Read What Brides And Grooms Say About Their Favorite Chicago Wedding Band!

"My guests have been telling me my wedding was literally the best one they’ve ever attended – trust me when I tell you this is because of David & his group of very talented musicians". Tiffany and Joe M.

We love getting reviews! It makes our extra efforts worthwhile. All our reviews were originally posted on The Knot or Wedding Wire. We show you the couple’s first and last names as well as the exact date they wrote their review. Any band can have a great review here and there, David Rothstein Music has had amazing reviews week after week, month after month and year after year for the past 18 years.

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Friendly, Professional, Well-Organized

Absolutely recommended for any wedding. David was friendly, professional, well-organized, and a pleasure to work with. The band kept the party going all night, and there wasn't a person in the house who wasn't dancing. Fun, energetic, and they know how to run a great show!!

12/11/2018

Nathaniel and Melissa Coleman

Band Was Unbelievable!

Absolutely AMAZING!!! While planning our wedding, we knew we for sure wanted a band rather than a DJ. When we came across David Rothstein Music, we set up a meeting right away. As soon as we met with David, we knew that we wanted David Rothstein Music to be a part of our special day. Throughout the entire process, he was a pleasure to work with. He was very prompt with responses to any questions I had. By the time the reception finally came, the band was unbelievable. We were concerned people wouldn't dance because we were having a dry wedding but they had the dance floor packed the entire night and we had numerous people compliment on how great the music was and they're still talking about it now. If you're looking for a wedding band, go with David Rothstein Music, you won't be disappointed!!!

11/05/2018

J. and Kolby Golden

BEST wedding decision we made!!

The BEST wedding decision we made! David was the consummate professional guiding me through the entire process (part therapist, part wedding planner, complete musical genius!). The music was the highlight of our wedding....we could have skipped the food, flowers and alcohol (ok, maybe not the alcohol) and people would have still loved it! Thank you David!

12/06/2018

Dana and John Suskind

Really Something Special

All I can say is WOW! David's band is phenomenal! From the Modern Trio during our ceremony, to the Jazz Trio during cocktail hour, to the monstrous band at the reception these guys can play & sing! A live band is one thing that my husband and I really wanted for our special day and David Rothstein delivered! As an added bonus, we added in the Sinatra singer and he was really something special. I cannot recommend them enough, they are a top notch group.

10/31/2018

Melissa and Brian Kinney

Amazing Musicians, Incredible Service!

Being a musician myself, I knew we wanted an amazing band for our wedding. When my wife and I decided on David Rothstein we made one of the best decisions of our wedding. From the moment we reached out for a quote, David was incredibly helpful and prompt with everything. Their performance the night of the wedding was outstanding and our dance floor was full all night. We had some odd requests throughout the night and David and his band were more than happy to fulfill them all. The gift they gave us, which they do with every couple, was so thoughtful and such a fun idea! I highly recommend these guys if you want the best wedding orchestra around!

10/23/2018

John and Kelly Arrotti

Fun and Fantastic

From the beginning of our relationship, we talked about how important the music would be at Erica and Matthew’s wedding. Our vision was to have a wedding celebration that was not only a fantastic feast and party, but an event that communicated gratitude and reflected the personalities, experiences and substance that defines our families. Thank you for sharing and supporting our vision. Everyone enjoyed the richness of the ceremony music. The cocktail reception music had exactly the right easy feel as we welcomed guests. The dinner music was an elegant companion to the beautiful décor and delicious food we enjoyed. The party music was fun and fantastic with great variety. Everyone had a great time dancing and especially enjoyed the hora and the entertaining the bride and groom dance.

Your flower donation program is a marvelous service, David, and we appreciate the work you do in that arena. We also want to thank you for picking up the large flower centerpieces on Sunday and delivering them to nursing homes. Since Monday was a Federal holiday, we delivered the smaller centerpieces to the Great Lakes Navy Hospital on Tuesday. So our flowers put smiles on a lot of faces.

Thanks for your kind feedback. We know you’ve seen a lot in your 20 years in the business. At the wedding and at Sunday’s brunch, people raved about the wedding ceremony and the celebration. In addition, we have been receiving cards, emails and phone calls from guests all sharing their gratitude for being included. It was a glorious time and we thank you and your colleagues for everything you did to make it memorable!

10/16/2018

Erica and Matthew Bloomfield

Got Our Wedding Energized

David Rothstein got our wedding energized from minute one! We did not have a wedding planner or day-of planner, but it was completely unnecessary with David being there. He made sure everything went according to schedule but was also flexible when we asked him for more time on things. And it goes without saying that his band is amazing. Every musician has so much talent. We highly recommend hiring David Rothstein Music as your wedding band!

09/30/2018

Marissa and David Grayson

Goes Above and Beyond

I love live music and there is no substitute for a well-seasoned band. I've seen David's band play several weddings and corporate events and can say that the musicians David brings together are top notch. Further, David is one of the most caring people I've met. I've seen him time and time again go above and beyond for his clients. If you are going to invest in a band, invest in the band that will give you that true once in a lifetime experience and call David. .... Actually, David is always keeping on new technology so, call, text or use whatever newfangled messaging system the kids are using these days. You won't regret it!

09/26/2018

Victoria and Mike Hendzel

Extremely Talented and Energetic

David Rothstein Band was hands down the best decision we made for our wedding day. We used the jazz trio during cocktail hour, 11 piece band, and late night DJ & saxophone for our wedding reception. We were absolutely blown away by David Rothstein Band. David is extremely professional, organized, and an absolute joy to work with. My husband and I both went to Indiana University and David had all of our guests sign an IU basketball - truly an awesome touch! The band is incredible. They are extremely talented and energetic. Our dance floor was packed all night long with people of all ages dancing. The band went out of their way to learn songs for us and it was obvious that they are truly passionate about what they do. I can’t say enough good things about this band. Guests came up to us the entire night of our wedding saying how incredible the band was and how they’ve never danced so much at a wedding. Our wedding was over a month ago now, but we are still receiving compliments on how AMAZING the band was. I highly recommend David Rothstein Band!

08/31/2018

Katie and Ryan LaValle

Genuine Enthusiasm and Excitement

David and his group were the absolute best. We've been getting so many of our friends and family telling us that our wedding was the best that they've been to, not just because of the love in the room from all of the guests, but the love and energy David and his band brought with them to the dance floor as well. The group's genuine enthusiasm and excitement set them way apart. We would highly recommend David Rothstein music to any bride and groom!

07/24/2018

Jackie and Venu

Put My Mind at Ease

Hands down, the thing most guests remember and talk about is the music. David and his team were the stars! I used the duo for the ceremony, jazz trio for cocktail hour, and 11 piece band for reception and DJ for the last hour. Money well spent. The ceremony music guide was a blessing, it helped give a clueless bride the path to planning a great setting. They set such a beautiful tone for the ceremony, kept the cocktail hour lively and got people on their feet all night for the reception and the DJ shut the party down! David was so hands on and helped answer all of my questions, put my mind at ease the day of as Emcee and helped keep everything in the perfect order. My husband and I learned a choreographed first dance and David's team learned our song and played it live that made it extra special for us. They knew exactly what to play, and kept everyone happy and moving. David gave us a special gift of a Marvel book (my husband is a huge fan) and asked all of our guests to sign it, that level of care and support makes David Rothstein Music hands above the rest!

07/16/2018

Melanie and Richard Nerland

Happy and Optimistic Personality

"When it came time for my husband and I to pick out a band for our wedding, we were really overwhelmed because knew it was one of the most crucial wedding decisions. When we found David Rothstein Music online, we instantly were drawn to them. Not only was their music impressive but we liked a lot of the things they did that made them different - specifically, that David was included as an emcee, a DJ is included to play when the band takes breaks throughout the night, and that they go above and beyond and donate your wedding flowers to a nursing home. We scheduled a meeting with David and immediately felt at ease. His happy and optimistic personality is infectious and he was extremely professional and organized. We immediately knew that David was different in that he would go above and beyond for his couples. One example of this was he overheard my husband and I talking and I had mentioned that I had never seen Father of the Bride before. Well, several days later (and before we even signed a contract with David), the Father of the Bride DVD showed up at my apartment. Well it was David who sent it to me! It was so appreciated and it was such a personal touch that many vendors to not provide anymore. Another thing worth mentioning is that when my husband and I were choosing all of our music, there was a song that we really wanted to have for our first dance, but it was not on the band list so we figured that we would not be able to have it played. Well - we were wrong. When we asked David about it, he said that the band would be willing to learn the song just for us! It was yet another example of David Rothstein Music going above and beyond to make sure that our night was so special. Fast forward to the wedding night and David Rothstein Music did not disappoint. Our guests were dancing the entire night, and to this day it is one of the main highlights that our guests keep bringing up!"

07/14/2018

Gabi and Mario

Received Non-Stop Compliments

As the Father of the Bride, I took on the responsibility of finding potential bands based on referrals, Wedding Wire and The Knot to fit in with the budget I had in mind. After a short time, I began to discover that the cost was going to be a bit more than I expected to get the BIG sound that we all wanted. We narrowed it down to a few of the premier bands in Chicago. After going to see the David Rothstein Orchestra in person, it quickly became a no-brainer. It is simply not possible to find a better sounding Band/Orchestra. While we focused a lot on Motown dance music, but the three vocalists are so versatile, they made a variety of music sound very authentic. Every musician in the band are as good as it gets. They kept people on the dance floor the entire time. There is nothing worse than planning a wedding for months and going through all the expense, than to see the crowd thin out early. However, the band is so entertaining that they will keep your guests to the end. If they are not dancing…..they will stay to listen and watch them perform. I can’t emphasize how big of a deal this was for us. Doing the wedding over again, there is nothing that I would change. However, if I had to keep to a stricter budget, I would build the entire budget around David Rothstein. They are worth every penny!!! Months or years after the wedding, people are not going to remember the flowers or even the food, but they will remember how great the band was. We have received non-stop compliments from our guests regarding the band. David was terrific to work with from the very start. He was extremely responsive before and after we booked them. You can really find out a lot about a person when you see how they support you after they have your money. We trusted David from the start and he delivered in spades!!! After the wedding, you might have regrets regarding some decisions you made, but booking David Rothstein will not be one of them!

06/28/2018

Joe Alagna - Father of the Bride

Worked With All My Ideas

I can’t say enough great things about David and the entire band! David was extremely accommodating and quick to respond. He worked with all my ideas and really seemed excited! On the wedding night, he did an AMAZING job keeping the night moving and making sure the guests were entertained. Along with all of this, the music was phenomenal! We chose to have the All Styles quartet which we highly recommend for the ceremony! The jazz trio for cocktails, and full orchestra for dinner and dancing (which came with a DJ). Everything was seamless and wonderful from start to finish. Thanks DRM!

06/04/2018

Stephanie and Tyler Hauer

Exactly What We Wanted

About 2.5 years ago, my sister and brother-in-law had the David Rothstein Orchestra provide the music for their reception. My husband (boyfriend at the time) and I knew then that we knew we wanted this very talented group of musicians/singers to provide music for our wedding when the time came. David and his wonderful staff kept us in the loop for everything and they were very prompt in replying to all of our emails regarding the planning of the music for the wedding. For our ceremony, we had a violinist and pianist through DRM and they were wonderful. They were even able to play the Star Wars theme for our recessional and it sounded awesome! David and his orchestra kept our guests on the dance floor all night which is exactly what we wanted. David is also a fantastic emcee. David went above and beyond to customize all of the music for our wedding to suit our needs and we couldn't be happier. Our wedding was on April 20, 2018 and we are still getting compliments on the band and how much fun everyone had! We highly recommend DRM to anyone planning a wedding. They are worth every penny!

06/03/2018

Jolise and Jason Polgar

The Band Was Phenomenal

Our wedding was last Saturday at the Wyndham Grand Chicago and we made the best decision to have The David Rothstein Orchestra play at our reception. David went above and beyond to create a personal touch and the band was phenomenal. Everyone had fun and we got so many compliments on having such great entertainment. We would absolutely recommend them.

05/14/2018

Cristen and Beau Keogh

Great Enthusiasm Through the Night

As an amateur musician myself (drummer) and self-professed music snob with a keen ear for quality musicianship, I cared most about the music for my wedding. We used the 11-piece David Rothstein band, with David Rothstein emceeing, and it far exceeded my already high expectations. You really don't get how good they are until hearing them live (that's always the case with live music). Everyone had an amazing time and was raving about the band the whole night, and I've been hearing about it from friends several weeks after the fact. Some specific things to note: - David did a great job emceeing and had some surprises and personalized touches up his sleeve. He also was able to take some video, which was great, because we didn't have a videographer. - I had some song requests that weren't in the band's catalog, and they did a great job playing them, which were not easy at all. - Everyone in the band is an excellent musician, and all of them had great enthusiasm through the WHOLE night, which makes a big difference to the overall experience. The singers, in particular, had great stage presence, which is key. - As a drummer, I am most qualified to speak to the drumming, and in my opinion, the drummer is make or break for a band. They're laying down the groove that's going to make the music feel good and get people dancing. David's drummer, Y.L. Douglas, is absolutely top notch. It was such a treat for me to be able to listen and dance to his playing. - The band played 3 sets, and in between we had a DJ. She was excellent. I received several compliments about her. She was super enthusiastic and did a great job mixing tunes. It was nice to have this variation in music through the night. - The band was very friendly and flexible. It wasn't planned, but people were asking me to play a tune on drums, and the band was super inviting and accommodating. My sister also joined on trumpet. I could go on and on. 5 stars. They will take your wedding to the next level.

05/09/2018

Samantha and Andrew Rogers

Kept The Dance Floor Busy

We hired DRM for our labor day weekend wedding, and they did an unbelievable job! David was so lovely to work with, and I loved his honesty, openness, organization...the list goes on and on! We wanted a wedding that was all about the music and having a good time, and we couldn't have chosen a better band! David was so accommodating and even learned a new song for our big day. They also provided the DJ for our after party, and they crushed it. We've gotten so many compliments about them, and they kept the dance floor busy all night! They made our wedding so memorable, we can't thank them enough!

03/08/2018

Neil and Alexandra

Great Variety and Nailed Every Song

We can't say enough about David Rothstein Music! A friend recommended them after hearing them perform so my husband hired them for my 50th Birthday Celebration! Their talent and energy made the night! They are incredible and everyone of all ages danced and enjoyed the night! Great variety and nailed every song! If you are thinking of hiring a band to make a special occasion truly memorable, DRM is a sure bet!

03/06/2018

Bridget Coffey

Kept the Palmer House Rocking

Amazing Band, easy to coordinate all details and planning with David! Still getting compliments about the band from friends and family saying how great the music was and how everyone was on the dance floor for our wedding! David and his band kept the Palmer house rocking on NYE!!

02/13/2018

Rachel and Lee Rapani

Horns Were Out Of This WORLD

This band was absolutely FABULOUS. We had 266 guests at our wedding ranging from 3 years old all the way 87, and DRM had EVERY guest (yes, the 3-year-old and also the 87-year-olds) on the dance floor. They did a beautiful job playing a perfect rendition of such wide ranges of music and also did a wonderful job of working alongside my now husband and I as we worked to guide them through our musical preferences leading up to the wedding. HIGHLY recommend this band as vendors will truly be the 'ingredients' of your BIG day. They aren't the least expensive, but you ABSOLUTELY get what you pay for and it's worth every bit. We also did the Frank Sinatra vocalist and he was the BEST touch for the dinner portion of the night. Last but not least...those horns were out of this WORLD and David was a joy to work with from start to finish.

02/05/2018

Jen and Steven Laube

Our Dance Floor Was PACKED!!

Having a live band and fun atmosphere at our wedding was a top priority for us and we could not have been happier with David Rothstein Music!! We liked David from the moment we met him and bonded over our love for the Cubs. At our wedding, the band gifted us a framed photo of the marquee at Wrigley on Opening Day 2014 (the day we met!) for our guests to sign. So thoughtful! We used DRM for our ceremony, cocktail hour and reception. We had a vision for our ceremony and wanted more modern music (Bon Iver, Beck, Adele). They accommodated this with ease and gave honest feedback on what would work and what wouldn't. It was perfect and absolutely what we envisioned -- thanks Alex!! For dinner/reception, our emcee was great! He accommodated last minute changes with introductions and got the guests excited. The band even worked with my MOHs to incorporate music into their speech, which was a total surprise and absolutely hilarious. The reception was a blast!! The dance floor was PACKED the entire time, which is exactly what we wanted. We asked guests to add a song request on their RSVP card and the band gave special shout-outs to certain guests before playing- such a sweet touch! They also accommodated our "must play" song list between the band and DJ sets. We have received countless compliments about DRM from our guests and it was by far the BEST decision we made for our wedding. Serve pizza for dinner if you have to, hiring DRM is worth it!!!

01/22/2018

Cindy and Ryan Brue

Amazing From The Beginning!

"When planning my wedding, I knew that my number one priority was having the greatest band in Chicago! I wanted everyone to be on the dance floor the entire night, and that is exactly what happened! I could not have asked for a better experience with David and his band. Not only did I have the orchestra at the reception, but they also provided music for my ceremony and cocktails as well! The whole experience of working with David was amazing from the beginning! He was so personable and really listened to what we wanted and made time to understand who we were as a couple. The week before the wedding he even went out of his way to stop by my home for our final meeting due to a procedure. If I had to do it all over again, I wouldn’t have changed a thing! My friends are still talking about the band and our wedding was two months ago. I highly recommend David Rothstein Music! "

01/18/2018

Rikki and Geoff Hopkins

Raving For Days About the Band

We were referred to David Rothstein Music by our venue, The Hyatt Lodge at McDonald's Campus in Oak Brook, IL. Frankly, based on their rave reviews and the reviews on David's website, we didn't look at any other bands. David Rothstein and his musical talent made our wedding the party we envisioned. Their website resource section allowed us to select ceremony music to create the ceremony best suited to us - an older couple as well as the dance party music. The process of working with David and his team to select the genre of music and specific songs for the party worked fabulously. Our guests, ranging in age from 14 to 90, were dancing during the party and raving for days after about how great the band and vocalists were. The female vocalist who sang Whitney Houston's "I Will Always Love You" nailed it! We spent the extra money for the 11-piece orchestra with 3 vocalists and it was worth every penny!! Thank you David and the phenomenal musicians and vocalists!!

01/14/2018

Mary Pat and Drew Otte

Versatile and Talented

I will add my 5 stars to the many others on here. After attending many weddings in my lifetime, I don't think I have ever heard a band as versatile and talented as this one. The horn section, the back-up singers, the female vocalists, the young lady playing hip hop, the rapper, the woman who sang Etta James to perfection - it was just amazing the performance these many musicians pulled off. There was never a space on the dance floor because it was so crowded with dancers. The band engaged everyone so well -young and old - we all had a fantastic time, for hours! Here it is a week later and we are still telling people how great the band was.

01/06/2018

Lauren Reynolds

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12/26/2017

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07/20/2018

The Best Part of Our Whole Wedding

06/23/2018

Amanda and Patrick

Quick to Respond

It's been a little over a month since we got married, and one of the consistently best parts of the wedding I have been hearing from everyone was this band! The presentation, coupled with the vast range and knowledge of the music they played ensured that our dance floor remained full literally all night. David was very professional and quick to respond, always willing to talk and accommodate us for our special day. I don't think we could have asked for a more fitting band to help us celebrate our special day!

12/08/2017

Pam and Reid Bruggeman

An Incredible Time Dancing

David Rothstein Music is truly the cream of the crop when it comes to wedding bands! We have been getting compliments left and right from our guests who all have said they had an incredible time dancing and partying the night away! They brought our celebration to the next level with their talent and professionalism. They are experts at reading the crowd and make sure guests are having fun the whole night! David also played a integral part in helping us get organized and ready for our big day, always checking in to make sure everything was perfect for us. He even went out of his way to attend our walkthru, which was so appreciated, and helped us really understand how things would go that day. It's clear how passionate he is about his work and it was definitely reflected at our wedding! I could not recommend this band more!!

11/21/2017

Lana and Ron DeGuerre

This is the Absolute Best Band

11/18/2017

Rikki and Geoff

Incredibly Special and Memorable

We have been married a little over five months now and people are still talking about how awesome our band was at our wedding! David Rothstein, and every single one of his FABULOUS musicians, made our wedding so incredibly special and memorable!

It was such a pleasure working with David during our planning process. He was always very prompt in his responses, whether it would be just answering a simple question, or setting up time to do a more extensive call on the phone. David is very knowledgeable about the entire company, and is a musician himself, so he really knows what makes for great music!

We wish we could rate them with more than five stars! Everything fell into place beautifully on our wedding day and we wish we could see them at more events.

As a client, we had access to their extensive playlist for the reception. What was really great also was that we were able to pick out the songs we wanted from the strings list for our ceremony. David really went above and beyond helping us customize our songs for our entire ceremony. He also was very flexible and accommodating when we told him about a few surprises we had planned for the reception!

One thing we thought was exceptional was the fact that David worked so closely with our wedding planner, and helped with some of the details for the day. That really made everything flow smoothly and the day was perfect!

The string quartet had to make a couple of adjustments for our ceremony, as far as the actual location itself, but everything worked out well and they sounded great! There was a jazz trio playing during the cocktail hour which was a very nice touch!

The 11 piece band we had for the reception was probably one of our favorite wedding bands we have ever heard! The musicians were so incredibly talented and the dance floor was packed all night long! We had them playing as our guests were coming in from the cocktail hour, and people really enjoyed that. They played a lot of songs that people of all ages wanted to dance to all night long! Everything was ranging from Motown, to some classics, to some pop hits, and everything in between!

Our guests are still, to this day, talking about how good our band was and how much fun they had that night! Some of our friends have said that they don't typically dance at weddings, but were dancing all night long at our wedding!

We were so grateful to have this band play at our wedding! We keep talking about how we want to go back and do it again, just so we can have the band back!

We highly recommend David Rothstein Music and would love to see them perform again!

10/31/2017

Andrea and Tommy Short

The Absolute Best Investment

One of our ultimate goals for our wedding night was that us and our guests would have the most fun at our reception. The kind of fun that kept people talking for weeks after our day was over. David Rothstein Band entirely exceeded our expectations! We absolutely love to dance and love a lively party and as soon as the first song was played, our dance floor was packed by ALL OUR GUESTS and stayed packed the entire night long. (Seriously I was sweating in my wedding dress all night long-it was worth it ). David Rothstein has a wealth of knowledge and experience, is professional, fun, an amazing communicator, and entertainer. He personalized every aspect of our night and kept our evening lively and entertaining. The music was SPECTACTULAR. I wish I could adequately describe how phenomenal they were! The musicians and vocalists are so incredibly talented, entertaining, and absolutely made our night. They played the perfect blend of crowd pleasers spanning several decades, our specific requests, and used their knowledge to orchestrate the best dancefloor our guests and vendors have ever seen. Seriously, everyone raved that "this was the most lively, packed, fun dance floor they've ever seen". This will be the absolute best investment you will make for your wedding! It was most definitely ours! Cannot thank David Rothstein and his talented team enough!! We will recommend to every single bride and groom!!!

10/01/2017

Shelby and Alex Krause

Got Everyone Involved

10/28/2017

Pamela and Reid

Everything Was So Great

10/07/2017

Lana and Ron DeGuerre

The Best Band Ever

09/30/2017

Olivia and Brent

Made My Dreams Come True

09/23/2017

Kelsey and Jeff

Everyone Up on the Dance Floor

09/17/2017

Jim and Caitlyn

It Was Energetic, Lively, So Much Fun

09/03/2017

Neil and Alex

Knew how to keep the party going

Our main goal for our wedding was for it to be a blast and we could not have achieved that without David and his team! Only complaints we got were because everyone's legs were sore the next day from dancing all night. They knew exactly how to keep the party going and David was a great MC. Thanks David! I'd recommend you to anyone.

10/24/2017

Michael and Ashley Keeley

Engaging, Fun and Wildly Talented

David Rothstein and his band performed at our wedding on September 16th here in Chicago. Each and every guest left our venue citing the band as their favorite element. They were engaging, fun, funny and wildly talented. Each musician had a solo and just seemed to have fun performing. David took his time to get know my now wife and I, and it really showed. The wedding went without a hitch. Every moment catered to our personalities and requests. I can't say enough good things about this vendor. They are worth every penny!

10/11/2017

Jim and Caitlyn Spiegel

Why They Wanted a Big Wedding

09/02/2017

Jimmy and Christine

What Are You Waiting For??

My wedding was 3 weeks ago & the number one comment I'm STILL receiving is how great the 15-piece band was! My guests have been telling me my wedding was literally the best one they've ever attended - trust me when I tell you this is because of David & his group of very talented musicians. Musically, everything from ceremony, cocktail hour, & reception went off without a hitch & they sounded superb. What are you waiting for?? You will NOT be disappointed!

09/21/2017

Tiffany and Joe Mitchell

These Guys Know How to Rock!

We are so happy to have worked with David for our August 2017 wedding! We first chose to contact David because of the stellar reviews on Yelp, The Knot, etc. When we contacted several bands to discuss our wedding night, David was by far the most responsive and organized we spoke with. After booking DRM for our wedding, David continued to be proactive and organized. He made sure that we got him all the information he needed (songs we wanted, first dance songs, etc.) well ahead of time. He was especially patient with any last minute changes we had to make. On the actual wedding night, DRM was fantastic. The music was great and the guests were dancing all night long. These guys know how to rock a party! David was a wonderful MC the whole evening. After our wedding, people have continued to tell us how much fun they had dancing the night away. To top it off, David presented us with a gift that we absolutely LOVE! He had a football helmet from our alma mater with a pen ready for all our guests to sign; we were so happy to have this amazing keepsake from our wedding night! Thanks David and DRM!

09/26/2017

Alexandra and Brian Sable

We Got the Party of the Century

09/02/2017

Christine and Jimmy

Everything We Asked For

09/01/2017

Tiffany and Joe

So Much Fun, Talent and Energy

08/26/2017

Shelby and Alex

Loved Every Minute of It

08/12/2017

Ryan and XinXin

High Energy All Night

08/09/2017

Karolina and Stephen

People on the Dance Floor All Night

08/05/2017

Sarah and Ryan

The Band Had So Much Energy

07/29/2017

Jeff and Sara

We Couldn’t Be More Thrilled

07/23/2017

Katie and Ryan

Gave Us the Best Party Imaginable

06/11/2017

Rachel and Aaron

David Knew How to Read the Crowd

05/13/2017

Richard and Kristen

They Played Every Song We Wanted

04/27/2017

Rachel and Nick

David and His Band Was So Perfect

04/09/2017

Angie and Sean

Rothstein Music is The Best

04/08/2017

Bridget and Craig

The Most Amazing Energy

03/05/2017

Chris and Lauren

This Band is Incredible

01/08/2017

Jenny and Peter

Our Guests Raved About Your Band

01/01/2017

Annie and Keith

These Guys Were Unbelieveable

11/13/2016

Angelica and Chris

You Guys Took Care of Everything

10/01/2016

Liz and Cameron

Everything Ran So Smoothly

09/10/2016

Megan and Robert

People on The Dance Floor All Night

08/06/2016

Maureen and Ken

Everyone Has Been Raving

07/24/2016

Liz and Sam

Made The Night Incredible

06/12/2016

Casey and Michael

The Music Did Not Stop

05/14/2016

Caitlin and Steve

Still getting compliments

BEST BAND IN CHICAGO!!! My wedding was 5 weeks ago and I am still speechless and in awe over the David Rothstein Band! I am still getting compliments left and right over how phenomenal the band was - they literally had everyone from my grandparents to the flower girl/ring bearer dancing the night away. David was so easy to work with. My parents and I have varying tastes in music and David helped us pick songs that would pull in all of our interests. He also single handedly helped us work through our wedding day agenda which was no small feat. He held my hand through this scary process and helped make our wedding dreams come true. From the moment, my parents, husband, and I saw David Rothstein band perform we knew that they would not only be a wonderful addition to our wedding day, but would be the highlight in making our wedding an absolute blast! Lastly, David cares so much - he spent the time emailing our college professor from the class where we originally met in undergrad and brought a copy of the textbook we used for that class to the wedding for everyone to sign. He also obtained a copy of our first dance choreography so he could time the music to match what we had rehearsed. He literally is the kindest man that wants to make your wedding day to be absolutely flawless! You cannot go wrong with David!!! Literally, take the stress out of the decision of finding a wedding band and just pick David Rothstein right now - you won't go wrong!

10/28/2017

Kelsey and Jeff Calhoun

Worth Every Penny !

Outstanding! Look no further than David Rothstein Music! We began our wedding music search back in January and quickly pinpointed David Rothstein Music as our preferred choice for our daughters wedding. He came highly recommended and we loved the sound of the band online. We were concerned about the budget, however, and reluctantly decided on a DJ even though David warned us we would regret the decision. After meeting with the DJ in March, who came from a very reputable vendor (they sold us on their DJ's experience) we found out the DJ was 21 and had only done 4 weddings! We were mortified! Thankfully we immediately contacted David and he was still available! Best decision of the wedding. First of all David loves what he does. He is an incredible professional! He worked with us from day one, invited our daughter and her fiancé down to check out the band and gave them a personal tour of his office and what he does…..amazing guy. He personalized every aspect to our daughter and her fiancé. Every interaction was a joy and there were never any problems communicating with David. Okay now onto the incredible orchestra. THE MUSIC IS INCREDIBLE!

Not only did the band keep everyone on the dance floor the ENTIRE night, they were the quintessential entertainers. They had incredible vocals and expert musicians that played exactly what my daughter had requested. They interacted with the audience so much so that when they were done at the end of the night they were surrounded by our guests shaking their hands and singing their praises. We have had so many comments that this was the best wedding band they had ever heard….over and over again.

All the while David expertly MC'd the entire evening so there was a seamless and efficient timeline. Wow, wow, wow. Worth every penny and then some. Well done DRM!

09/07/2017

Rob Wyant

280 Guests Danced All Night

DRM IS THE BEST WEDDING BAND! We knew that we wanted to go with David Rothstein Music because they played at my friend's wedding and we were blown away by them. Needless to say, our expectations were very high for our own wedding. David and the band exceeded our expectations in every way possible. David spent a lot of time getting to know us and made our whole wedding was very custom to us and our story. The band played a special Elvis dedication for my husband's grandmother and a Frank Sinatra piece for my grandparents. They LOVED it! All 280 guests were on the dance floor all night and everyone was raving about the band. We also hired the DJ and sax duo for an extra hour for an "after party" and it was INCREDIBLE! My only regret is that they couldn't play all night. If you hire DRM, you are guaranteed to have an unforgettable wedding!

09/06/2017

Christine and Jimmy Loukota

The BEST Decision We Made

Booking the David Rothstein band was the BEST decision we made for our wedding. We had been referred to them by a friend and after contacting David, he invited us to his home to meet with us personally and discuss exactly what we wanted for our wedding day many months in advance. I hit it off immediately David being a big Cubs and music fan. I told him I work for a Beatles Tribute Band and David just expressed so much interest in that which made me feel like this guy actually cares about who we are as people and what we love. From the beginning, I told him I wanted to be able to have an opportunity to perform a few songs with the band during the reception and even have my bride come up and perform a song with us as well. David expressed so much enthusiasm about this because he said it will be so unique and special that no one will ever forget that moment in our wedding. Being a working musician, it was very interesting for me to be on the other side of the table to book a band, as opposed to trying to book a gig. I knew exactly what to look for. David could tell I had high expectations for what I wanted which seemed to fill him with more enthusiasm about the event. After booking the band, the months ahead I was in constant contact with the band. David even included various band members of his on emails we had in order to facilitate all the song planning and arranging for my little "set" with the band. I was even able to receive phone calls from Steven (the lead singer/music director), Anthony (the saxophonist/music arranger) and David on numerous occasions in order to hash out all the details of what I wanted to do. I was even in contact with the ceremony performers and requested specific songs for that portion. I have to admit, I was nervous about performing songs with a band I had never rehearsed with or songs they had never played before. When the day finally came, I can say with full honesty that every little thing and detail was PERFECT! The band sounded so fabulous and professional that they made my job of performing the 5 songs I wanted to play so easy and so much fun that I will never forget it! They even provided mic/amplification for my bride who played her violin with the band. I was very impressed with the performers and the sound company being able to have such stage presence, musicianship, showmanship, volume control and sound dynamics in the room we were in, which is saying a lot coming from a working musician. We were overwhelmed by the amount of compliments about the band and David himself for being a fantastic MC for the evening and moving everything along seamlessly. David even had the time to video record my set with the band and other special moments and sent them to me a few days after the wedding. The extra time and attention to detail this band put forth to make our wedding a truly special night was unparalleled and exceeded my high expectations. So for those of you who are wondering who to go with for your wedding and are stressing over it, do yourself a favor and book DRM, be rest assured they will help make the best day of your life, truly the best day of your life.

08/02/2017

Jeff and Sara Isoe

Made Our Day Extra Special!

David Rothstein went above and beyond to make our day extra special! He was a great MC that helped keep our wedding moving all night, and his band played flawlessly. David specifically took the time to meet with my now-husband and me in person to review all the details for our big day as well as just get to know us as a couple. At our wedding reception, he remembered that we love water skiing, and he gave us a pair of brand-new skis to have our guests sign. We plan to mount them on the wall of our new home. He also learned a brand new song for just our wedding as per our special request, and he dedicated a special dance to my mom. He also led a spontaneous and hilarious line dance for our guests and got right in the middle of the dancing himself! All of our guests commented on how wonderful the music was and how entertaining David made the evening. This band is worth every penny we spent on them, and I would happily recommend them to anyone planning their wedding.

07/23/2017

Katie and Ryan Tapar

Tons of Compliments!

"David Rothstein band played our 6/17/17 wedding at LondonHouse, and they were amazing! The dance floor was packed the whole night, and they honored our requests by not playing any of the cheesy wedding songs we asked them to avoid:). We had tons of compliments from guests who loved the band!" -

07/21/2017

Matt and Nicole Laurinas

Everyone was Blown Away

The David Rothstein Band made our wedding better than I could have dreamed! The musicians are the best you could ask for and everyone was blown away by how incredible they sounded. They kept the party moving along seamlessly and got everyone dancing. I highly recommend David Rothstein and his amazing band. They are hands down the best in Chicago.

06/23/2017

Jordan and Maia Cloud

Learned All Our Requests Perfectly

Amanda and I are happy to give David Rothstein Music our highest recommendation for your wedding. We just had our wedding December 12th at Sofitel and the music was both tremendous and perfectly coordinated with what were extensive requests. David serves as the MC and he supervises the musicians as the director of the company. He did an excellent job moving the reception schedule along. We did an East Coast style wedding reception with dancing between courses and it turned out great. There was not a wasted second and the outcome was what felt like a non-stop party. David met with us 3 times before the wedding. First as an introduction, then to combine our thoughts and plans for the reception with his recommendations, and then again to go over the final schedule and song lists. When it came to the music I was a bit of what one would call a “high maintenance groom.” For the first hour and a half of the reception (introductions, first dances/father daughter, group dances, grandparent dances and more group dances and iPod music during the band’s dinner break) I scripted every minute of every song. The band and sound team played it exactly as scripted. Then for the dance party from 9-12PM we gave them a list of about 50 songs off their “know” list. Of the 30 or so songs they played at least 25 were from the list I had given and the others fit our style and went off great as well. Finally, and most importantly, we can not overstate the quality of the musicians themselves. Vocals, guitar, bass, drums, horns, piano…. all awesome. When we talk to our friends about the wedding the first complement comes to the band from everyone. Absolute must mainstream crowd pleasing plays are : “Shout,” “Disco Inferno,” “Uptown Funk,” “Run Around Sue,” and “Everlasting Love.” Cheers, Matthew and Amanda.

06/02/2017

Matt and Amanda Blecka

Involved Everybody

11/12/2016

Katherine and Travis

Best Money We Spent

11/26/2016

Keith and Danielle

Beat My Expectations

12/31/2016

Mary Katherine and Stephen

A Rush to the Dance Floor

05/08/2016

Johanna and Kevin

The Band Made the Party

08/14/2016

Kristen and Jimmy

I Gotta Say These Guys Were Awesome

10/23/2016

Jeff Hornacek - Father of the Groom Knick's Coach

They Did Everything We Wanted

09/18/2016

Tracy and Matt

Hands Down The Absolute Best Best

11/29/2016

Gretchen and Danny

They Personalized It To Us

06/26/2016

Deanna and Patrick

2016 Video Testimonials

So Much Dancing I’m Exhausted

07/10/2016

Casey and Ryan

If You Don’t Hire Them You’re Crazy

11/20/2016

Matt and Aubrey

Best Band in Chicago

David and the Orchestra were phenomenal professionals in every respect. The musicianship was phenomenal and David's MC'ing was top notch. They have a huge repertoire of songs, both new and old, that everyone enjoyed so everyone was always on the dance floor. Best band in Chicago!

09/12/2016

Renee and Jamie Naylor

Go With This Band!

From the moment we hired them, we knew we had made the right choice. David was thorough and professional with his planning, helpful in assisting us find other vendors, and responsive to all of the many questions we had asked over the months leading up to the wedding. David and his band came along with us to western Michigan to play at our vineyard wedding this summer. From the beginning of the wedding day, the entire team was professional and clearly knowledgeable. The ceremony trio did a great job playing the Beatles songs we had asked for, which made for an absolutely perfect ceremony atmosphere. And then came the reception...WOW! These guys totally rocked out. Just as we had thought on day one, the music made the party, and it was well worth the additional cost to have David and his band play at our wedding. If you're still debating at this point...GO WITH THIS BAND!

09/10/2016

Becky & Ryan DeBoer

Customized to Exactly What You Want

Do yourself a favor and book David Rothstein Music for your wedding. You will not be disappointed. David and his team are absolutely amazing! From their professionalism, friendly attitudes and above all else their ability to make your wedding music customized to exactly what you want it to be (not just a cookie cutter repeat of the music they used for the last wedding they played.) David also worked seamlessly with our other vendors on the day of the wedding to make sure everything was executed on cue and exactly as we wanted it to be. I can't say enough great things about David Rothstein Music, he is the best!

11/20/2016

Ginger and Daniel Serra

They Really Go Above and Beyond

Booking David Rothstein Music for our wedding (May 21, 2016) was the very first decision we made in our wedding planning process. That is how confident we were that they are the best band! We reached out to several other bands, but David added a personal touch that no other company had. He truly wants to get to know each couple, their story, interests, and music tastes. They really go above and beyond. On our wedding day, the energy throughout the night was unlike anything we could have imagined - literally everyone on the dance floor! All of the musicians are extremely talented. For example, one of the vocalists who sang "Old Man" by Neil Young (for our father/daughter dance) actually sounded like Neil Young, then switched to a country song and sang “My Wish” by Rascal Flatts (for the mother/son dance) like a pro - we couldn't believe our ears! To this day all of our guests are still raving about the band. David’s passion for what he does is unprecedented.

06/26/2016

Caitlin & Kyle Miller

Can’t Say Enough Good Things

Everything about them was top notch and I would absolutely make the same decision if we were doing it again. In short, they rock it. They partnered with us to make it a special day for us and our guests, even learning some music that was special to my wife and I, and had the dance floor packed throughout the evening. Not only have guests regularly told us how amazing DRB was, but many also told us that it was easy to forget DRB wasn't the original musicians....a testimony to how talented they are. They also gave us the perfect wedding gift (Michigan bags game) that all of our guests signed! Can't say enough good things. Sign this team up because you won't be disappointed and it is 100% worth it.

07/04/2016

Courtney & Grant Robinson

Still Talking About “That Band”

I'm a musician and my (new) husband and I love seeing quality live music, so once we booked our venue, booking a band was our next priority. During the year of planning...my husband and I always looked at each other and said, "No matter what happens, the music will be great." AND IT WAS GREAT. So many guests have told us it was one of the best weddings they've ever been to, and they follow that with, "the band was incredible!" It was certainly the best wedding I've ever attended! I was determined to dance at my own wedding, and David's band made it so easy because all of our guests were dancing, too! They made it very personal, which I'll always appreciate. And David was a calming presence during the planning and at the wedding itself. He even took videos for us, which I wasn't expecting. If you want to be able to fall back on the assurance that, no matter what happens, the music will be great, then book David Rothstein and his band.

12/15/2016

Sharisse & Dennis Butler

Can Sing Just About Anything

I'm not exaggerating when I say that there was not an inch of space on the dance floor the entire night! Even some our of guests who we would have expected to sit at their tables most of the night were dancing nonstop! All throughout the evening, SO many of our guests approached me and Pat to tell us that the band was the best they had ever heard at a wedding and that they were having so much fun. Our guests were not wrong - David's singers and musicians are outstanding! They can sing and play just about anything, and they sound awesome doing it! Even though the band took breaks, the DJ made sure not a single person left the dance floor and continued to have so much fun. Throughout the wedding planning process, David was always so easy and pleasant to work with. Something else we really appreciated about David and his band was that they listened to what Pat and I wanted.

12/01/2016

Maggie & Pat Scott

Fantastic from Start to Finish

David Rothstein Music was one of the best choices we could have made for our wedding day! We had the 11-piece orchestra and our party was fantastic from start to finish. David kept us on our toes with fun activities that kept us and our guests on the dance floor the entire night. They appealed to every audience from 8 year old cousins, to silly college friends, to 90 year old grandparents. We would highly recommend them to any friend or family member.

01/22/2017

Casey & Michael Kaplan

The Band Killed It!

There is just too much to say! David & his band were incredible. Even our other vendors couldn't get over how well everything came together. David's choices are completely a la carte, and it was really nice to be able to pick and chose what we wanted & when. We got married at Bridgeport Art Center and worked with David & his team to make that elevator scene quite the WOW when you walked in. David made us feel very confident and secure throughout the entire process. He was constantly asking us for music suggestions, & even encouraged us to have the band learn new songs. Our wedding was anything but ordinary. We played a lot of Phish, & were nervous about the band mastering the sounds of our beloved band in just a few months. The band killed it. They took on every Phish song like it was nothing & made our wedding so, so special & memorable.

05/29/2016

Jackie and Alex McCallum

They truly brought the fun !

I would absolutely recommend David Rothstein for any couple looking for a fun, highly competent, high energy, wedding band. They truly brought the fun and kept our guests dancing until the very end. When energy got low they always had some fun prop they brought out to liven things back up. That and the music being spot on really made our night. Thank you, David & The Rothstein Band!!!!

10/13/2016

Travis and Ryan Kauzer

The Band is Extremely Talented & Professional

One of the most important aspects of our wedding (May 14th, 2016) to us was that we threw the BEST party for our family and friends - David Rothstein Music made that a reality. The dance floor was packed the entire night, people danced even when the band was on it's break and the DJ was playing. Our grandma's were worried that it would be all "new music" that it would be too loud - but much to their surprise, the band played an awesome variety and the grandma's stayed until the end, dancing the night away. David worked with our wedding planner to make sure that everything stayed on time so that we could get the most our of our party!! David is so professional and truly cares about you and your day. Our friends and family are still talking about the amazing band. You cannot go wrong with David Rothstein Band.

12/04/2016

Caitlin and Steven Drolet

Brought the Charisma & Energy We Valued So Much!

We first discovered the David Rothstein Band while guests at a friend’s wedding. We were blown away by the energy they brought to the reception. People were on the dance floor the entire night. When it came time for us to select our wedding band, we knew we wanted a reputable band, with tons of energy, that would encourage people to dance and celebrate the entire night. We had the David Rothstein Band at the top of our list and were thrilled to discover they were available for our reception. David is very confident and quickly helped ease any concerns we had over the music portion of our wedding day. He took the time to get to know us so he could completely tailor the music to our preferences. It was such a relief to check an item of the wedding to-do list with 100% confidence. When the day came, David’s 10-piece band completely lived up to our high expectations. They brought the energy and charisma we valued so much. Our friends and family are still gushing about “that great band at your wedding!” You can’t go wrong with David Rothstein.

12/02/2016

Sarah & Zack Tanham

Dance Floor Was Packed All Night

Pete and I got married back in June and almost seven months later people are still talking about how absolutely amazing our band was!! We met David by chance when we moved into the same condo building and grew to learn about David Rothstein Music over playdates with our dogs. A short while after we met David and Goldie, Pete and I got engaged and knew just who to call. There was no doubt in our minds that we would book David Rothstein Music. Hearing about all of the talented musicians in the band and seeing videos of the energetic events that had been previously played were value enough, but as an added bonus we got to work with our friend, David. David is not only a friendly and caring individual to know on a personal level but he is a great person to know professionally as well. He was extremely helpful when it came to planning out the day and even had suggestions for how to keep the event moving smoothly. He met with us on a number of occasions to discuss details and was very accommodating when we made a special request to have the band collaborate with our Greek DJ. When our wedding day finally arrived, David Rothstein Music was the one vendor I knew I could count on to make everything go as planned. During the cocktail hour, we had the jazz trio play for our guests which was absolutely amazing! During the reception we had the 10 piece band play and, as David promised, the dance floor was jam-packed all night. Generations, young and old, were having a fabulous time and dancing the night away. The band does an excellent job of knowing the perfect songs to play to keep the energy alive in the room. The band was the best decision that we could have possibly made and helped to make our wedding day absolutely perfect!! Thank you to David Rothstein Music for making our wedding day unforgettable! Colleen & Pete

06/12/2016

Colleen and Pete Parhas

One of Our Guests Asked if David was a Personal Friend of Ours

David Rothstein Music was one of the best decisions we made in planning our wedding. After meeting with David, we knew immediately that we had to book him. My husband's one request was an awesome band and David delivered. We loved that his website had actual videos of them performing and felt we really understood what we were getting before we signed a contract. We worked with Alex for our ceremony and David for the reception and felt like both understood the fun atmosphere we were trying to create. David takes the time to get to know each and every one of his clients and it shows! One of our guests asked us if David was a personal friend of ours, which we got a big kick out of. Our dance floor was packed all night and we heard every song that we requested. Our guests are still talking about how awesome the band was and how much fun they had, which was largely in part to David, Steve, Sarah and the whole band. We also loved David's Share the Love program. There is such a wonderful story behind it and we are happy we were able to share some of our joyous occasion. Book David Rothstein! You will not be disappointed!!

09/20/2016

Katy & Jack White

Fun and Energetic

If you want to ensure your dance floor is packed until they turn the lights on, David Rothstein Band is the way to go. After researching numerous band options for our wedding, David Rothstein was without a question the best. We had the time of our lives on our wedding night and so did our guests. Our guests could not say enough great things about how fun and energetic the music was. They were asking David for his card at the end of the night! Even when the band was done, the sax continued to play along with the DJ. It was an amazing night, the energy of the room was at an all time high and people are still talking about it! Thank you to David and the entire band!

02/07/2016

Molly and Scott Peterson

Made Our Wedding Run So Smoothly

The David Rothstein Band hands down made our wedding! We had first heard them play at our family friends wedding and the week after getting engaged it was the first thing we booked! I really wanted our guests to have fun and dance at our wedding, and I had seen previous weddings with DJs or other small bands and the dance floor was dead. The David Rothstein band completely exceeded our expectations, they had all our guests out dancing during the first song they played, and it kept throughout the WHOLE night. After the wedding people did not stop telling us it was the best wedding they had ever been to and we owe that to the band! Every song they sang sounded like the real version and we had the DJ added which was awesome as well. David was such a pleasure to work with and was very professional throughout the whole process before our wedding. He acted as the MC which made our wedding run so smooth, he kept everything on schedule which made us enjoy our wedding that much more. They also gifted us a beautiful gift that we will cherish forever that all our guests signed. He also does the share your love program and we were able to donate all our flowers, which was so awesome! Hiring this band is worth every penny and you will not be disappointed, if you want an amazing wedding where everyone has an awesome time then hire the David Rothstein Band!!! We honestly cannot thank them enough or stop watching the fun videos David took. Thank you!

04/23/2017

Katie & Bryan McConnell

Everyone On The Floor Dancing the Night Away

Simply put the David Rothstein Band was amazing. We had some band members for the ceremony and cocktail hour and the 10 piece band for the reception. David and his crew had everyone on the floor dancing the night away as soon as the meals were finished. We told David that he could pick whatever music the band wanted to play; each song was better than the next. The singers were outstanding, interactive and a joy to listen to. The band were true professionals and it was worth every penny. I’m still hearing from family and friends how much fun they had at the wedding. David takes his job seriously and it shows via his MC skills, he had everything running like a well-oiled machine. He met with us prior to ensure everything was going in order and aligned with our wants. David even and his team got us two unique gifts which we will cherish for our lives. My advice to you; if you want your wedding to be over the top hire the David Rothstein Band!

04/06/2017

Traci & Matthew Perri

Played Every Single Song We Asked For

David Rothstein Band has performed at many events that we have attended but most importantly, he played at my husband’s sister’s wedding, so when we started our wedding planning process it was never a question who we would have as our band. Although we loved every detail of our wedding day, I don’t think it would have been the same without the David Rothstein Band. They absolutely blew us and all of our guests away. We felt as though we were at a live concert rather than a wedding. There was not one moment when the dance floor was empty and if it started to get scarce, the band would change it up to a song they knew would get the guests back on their feet. We have gotten so many compliments since our wedding day and every time we see a friend or family member they rave about what a wonderful time they had. We have David Rothstein and his band to thank for that.Throughout the planning process, David took the time to get to know my husband and I. They played every single song we asked for and they even learned to play our first dance and my husband's dance with his mother. David is enthusiastic, sweet, and most importantly a joy to work with. I have recommended this group to every single person I know and I will continue to do so because I truly think that they were such an integral part to making our day so special. It’s a memory we will share for the rest of our lives! Thank you David Rothstein Band!!!!

02/11/2017

Lindsey & David Shelton

fantastic from start to finish

"David Rothstein Music was one of the best choices we could have made for our wedding day! My wife and I were originally looking for DJ's when we started planning, but everyone kept insisting that a good band is what makes an amazing wedding amazing.
We finally listened to them and booked with David and could not have been more pleased. We had the 11-piece orchestra and our party was fantastic from start to finish. David kept us on our toes with fun activities that kept us and our guests on the dance floor the entire night. They appealed to every audience from 8 year old cousins, to silly college friends, to 90 year old grandparents. We would highly recommend them to any friend or family member."

10/21/2016

Casey and Michael Kaplan

made our wedding run so smooth

The David Rothstein Band hands down made our wedding! We had first heard them play at our family friends wedding and the week after getting engaged it was the first thing we booked! I really wanted our guests to have fun and dance at our wedding, and I had seen previous weddings with DJs or other small bands and the dance floor was dead. The David Rothstein band completely exceeded our expectations, they had all our guests out dancing during the first song they played, and it kept throughout the WHOLE night. After the wedding people did not stop telling us it was the best wedding they had ever been to and we owe that to the band! Every song they sang sounded like the real version and we had the DJ added which was awesome as well. David was such a pleasure to work with and was very professional throughout the whole process before our wedding. He acted as the MC which made our wedding run so smooth, he kept everything on schedule which made us enjoy our wedding that much more. They also gifted us a beautiful gift that we will cherish forever that all our guests signed. He also does the share your love program and we were able to donate all our flowers, which was so awesome! Hiring this band is worth every penny and you will not be disappointed, if you want an amazing wedding where everyone has an awesome time then hire the David Rothstein Band!!! We honestly cannot thank them enough or stop watching the fun videos David took. Thank you!

11/10/2016

Bryan and Katie McConnell

Took The Time To Get To Know Us

I was married back in June and hired David Rothstein Band after watching the YouTube videos from live events. The band was absolutely incredible in the videos and even more amazing in real life. He invited me to see the band live at a wedding and then I was certain I would hire them. David has excellent communication, he provided a sensible timeline for our wedding day which made it stress free, he took the time to get to know us and incorporate things into our wedding that were personal, including a couple of special treats for our daughter. The band was AMAZING and I received endless compliments about how the band really made the evening for everyone. The band was fun and interacted with the crowd. They REALLY got things going, packed the dance floor, and even incorporated several latin songs (salsa and merengue) which was really fun. David was an incredible and effective MC and was such a professional. Thank you, David, for making our special day one-of-a-kind! Oh, and I forgot to add, along with reception music, David arranged music for my ceremony (a classical duo) who incorporated current music and adapted it to work for our ceremony. There was also a piano player arranged for cocktails and dinner. And there was never a pause in the music because he had his assistant DJing during the band's breaks. A+++

11/19/2016

Lisa & Jeff Baravetto

Kept the Party Going

David... I don't know if I thanked you enough for performing at my daughters wedding. I was in such a fog that day that I believe I forgot to thank the people that made the wedding such a huge success. Guests have been telling me for weeks what an awesome band we had and that you kept the party going all night long. We thank you from the bottom of our hearts for making my daughters wedding one of the best days of of Kyle and Jeana's life.. David Rothsteins Music is the best.. Thank you for taking the flowers. I'm very sure you put a smile on the faces of people that really needed to smile.

04/22/2016

Joni Lucarelli

Crazy Talent & Sound

I was a guest at a wedding where David Rothstein Music provided the entertainment and I must say they are the best of the best when it comes to wedding music. They provided personalized music selection for the bride and groom as well as fun, varied tunes for the guests young and old! The singers were crazy talented and the sound from the band was synchronized and strong. The DJ Sara also did a great job providing great energy while the band took their breaks. All in all, I was very impressed with the work they did!

03/04/2017

Regina Marie

Kept the Party Going

I would highly recommend DRB for anyone looking to have a band at their wedding or event! We had the jazz trio ceremony and cocktail hour and the 12 piece band for reception. I had requested that they play a song that wasn't on the list for the ceremony, and they were able to learn it. I was watching from a private room in our venue and it was so special to hear as the bridal party went down the aisle. Everyone loved the band that we talked to! They got everyone on the dance floor and kept the party going. They also planned special dances that were a pleasant surprise to us, and gave us a Greenbay Packers picnic bag that all of our guests signed. DRB was a huge factor in making our day the best day of our lives!

10/17/2016

Samantha & David Rockwood

Really Read the Group

David was wonderful to work with! He did our wedding back in April, and people are still mentioning how great our wedding was and that the band was their favorite. They are always shocked when I say the band didn't use a set list. They really read the group and kept the dance floor packed all night. They even worked with my dad to let him do a surprise bag pipe performance!! I couldn't recommend David Rothstein highly enough!

07/24/2016

Bethany & Steven Short

The Best Decision We Made

Katie and I were just married on Saturday, October 1, 2016. Now, we are certainly partial as it was our wedding, but according to our guests, it was the BEST wedding they have ever been to! Thank you David Rothstein Music! Booking you guys was the best decision we made, besides saying “I Do!” David (a fantastic MC) and his talented musicians, singers, and DJ (Sarah) go above and beyond. From the time we did our first consultation to when our special day ended, these guys delivered a stellar, professional performance. For one, these are REAL musicians that can tailor-make your wedding to your musical preferences. David is a seasoned businessman that “gets it.” David worked with our venue manager, wedding coordinator, and most importantly, me and Katie. He listened to us, took copious notes, and made sure he delivered on all of our wishes. For example, I wanted to surprise my bride with a flash-mob dance performed by the wedding party and me. To pull it off, David and Sarah (DJ) had to have perfect timing when they introduced Katie and me for the first time to our guests, synchronizing the music and David’s intro at just the right time in the song. Being the professionals that they are, it went off perfectly! What about first dances? We thought that we would have to play the tracks with the songs we chose, but we were wrong. The singers and musicians will learn any song and they will perform them flawlessly, which really made our first dance together all the more special and authentic. Throw in the UNBELIEVABLE Sinatra singer and an awesome DJ and you have a packed dance floor all night! I kid you not, every single guest at our wedding said that our band was the best wedding band they have ever seen and that our wedding was the best wedding they have ever been to! DRM was worth every penny! If you want your guests walking away saying “wow – that band and that wedding was amazing,” then book David Rothstein Music! Satisfied Customers !!

11/14/2016

Katie & Mickey Zitzmann

They Truly Brought the Fun

I would absolutely recommend David Rothstein for any couple looking for a fun, highly competent, high energy, wedding band. They truly brought the fun and kept our guests dancing until the very end. When energy got low they always had some fun prop they brought out to liven things back up. That and the music being spot on really made our night. Thank you, David & The Rothstein Band!!!!

11/14/2016

Ryan & Travis Kauzer

Really Cares About the Details

Coming from a family of music lovers, we knew that the first thing we needed to book for our wedding was an amazing band. I had heard of David Rothstein Music in the past and immediately checked out their website to get some information. After listening to their music clips and meeting with David, we knew it was a done deal. David and the band was a pleasure to work with and he really cares about the details to make sure the day went smoothly. Unlike some vendors, you can contact him at practically all hours of the day. The day of was more than I could have imagined. I am Jewish and my husband's family is from India. I was worried that not many people would dance due to the cultural aspect. But boy was I wrong - David and the band did a great job at determining the kind of music our group wanted to hear and our dance floor was full most of the evening! All of the musicians and vocalists were outstanding! We received so many compliments from our guests on the awesome music at our wedding. Thank you so much David Rothstein Music for such a fantastic and memorable day!

01/29/2017

Julie & Santosh Hanan

Made the Party of 120 Feel Like 300

I don't even know where to start. When we started the search for a wedding band for our January 2016 winter wedding, we were looking for good music. David Rothstein not only provided good music, but also a fantastic party, professional quality and a personal touch unlike any other music vendor. David called me first hand during the decision making process and made me feel so comfortable by cracking jokes and showing a genuine interest in our wedding day. My husband and I decided to hire David Rothstein's 6 piece band. Up until the wedding day we were in constant contact with David and even met with him a handful of times to work out all of the details. On the day of our wedding, they were all on time, dressed for the occasion and ready to start the party. The band was so talented, they made the party of 120 feel like 300 and they were even able to accommodate some traditional Polish songs. The performance was flawless and our guests were on the dance floor the entire night. David was a wonderful MC. His energy is contagious and his passion for the job is so obvious that it makes the party that much more fun. He practiced all of the difficult, Polish names in my bridal party until he had them completely accurate. David was even there at the end of the night to help my husband and I with the one detail we forgot to plan for, a ride home! One of our best memories of the day was David driving us back to our hotel in his car. Thank you David Rothstein Music for being such a wonderful addition to our wedding day! We are still talking about it.

09/18/2016

Angie & Sean Sparrow

David is a Class Act

Absolutely, without a single doubt, we would recommend David as THE only option for a live band at your wedding. It was unbelievable how our guests, ranging from 2-92 danced the entire evening! David is a class act and complete professional. We also highly recommend to donate your flowers to David's amazing program Share Your Love !!

04/09/2017

Annie & Keith Giemzik

Brought a Fun-loving Vibe

Booking David Rothstein music was one of the best decisions we made in our wedding. Working with David and the band leading up to the wedding was absolutely seamless. He agreed to learn the somewhat obscure song we chose for our first dance (one of a few songs they agreed to learn for us) and proceeded to sing and perform it absolutely incredibly on the actual day-of. They also took the time to get to know our personalities, and the music they played reflected this extra effort. Day-of, the band hit the ground running and brought a fun loving vibe that had everyone dancing for the whole night. Their covers of classics were top notch and they were able to cover many genres, so people young and old had a great time. Many people came up to us and said they had never seen people dance so much at a wedding, and that the band was incredible. We would absolutely recommend David Rothstein music to anyone who's looking for a high quality band that will ensure an amazing party.

12/26/2016

Elizabeth & Sam Altaner

Brought the Energy

Wow!!! That is the main word to use to describe having David Rothstein Music play our wedding. We couldn’t be more excited that we hired David for our wedding. They were able to supply a variety of musicians for the ceremony, cocktail hour and the reception. Honestly, I can't tell you how many people at our wedding literally said, "this is the best wedding band I've ever heard." They brought incredible energy to the party and kept the dance floor was packed all night long! If you are in the process of looking for someone to play at your special event (especially your wedding) and have the opportunity to use them, you will be so glad you did so.

10/22/2016

Melissa & Tim Gall

The Energy Was Amazing

We knew immediately after meeting David that we wanted The David Rothstein Orchestra for our wedding. David is very professional and prides himself on getting to know the bride and groom on a very personal level. The energy of both David and the musicians is amazing and your guests are guaranteed an evening of great fun! The entire wedding planning process is made so easy when working with David. He works with any special musical requests, leaving you totally confident the music will be spectacular at the wedding. And spectacular, it is! I love that he donates your flowers to local nursing homes, rehabilitation centers, etc. around the Chicagoland area, as well. David also gives the bride and groom a custom gift, unique to the couple, which is very kind-hearted, thoughtful, and personal. David and his entire team impressed all of our guests and I would not hesitate to recommend The David Rothstein Orchestra for your wedding. They could not have been more entertaining and definitely the hit of the night...AMAZING!!!

02/24/2017

Stephanie & Joslin Wilhelm

every single guest at our wedding said our band was the best they’ve ever seen

Katie and I were just married on Saturday, October 1, 2016. Now, we are certainly partial as it was our wedding, but according to our guests, it was the BEST wedding they have ever been to! Thank you David Rothstein Music! Booking you guys was the best decision we made, besides saying “I Do!” David (a fantastic MC) and his talented musicians, singers, and DJ (Sarah) go above and beyond. From the time we did our first consultation to when our special day ended, these guys delivered a stellar, professional performance. For one, these are REAL musicians that can tailor-make your wedding to your musical preferences. David is a seasoned businessman that “gets it.” David worked with our venue manager, wedding coordinator, and most importantly, me and Katie. He listened to us, took copious notes, and made sure he delivered on all of our wishes. For example, I wanted to surprise my bride with a flash-mob dance performed by the wedding party and me. To pull it off, David and Sarah (DJ) had to have perfect timing when they introduced Katie and me for the first time to our guests, synchronizing the music and David’s intro at just the right time in the song. Being the professionals that they are, it went off perfectly! What about first dances? We thought that we would have to play the tracks with the songs we chose, but we were wrong. The singers and musicians will learn any song and they will perform them flawlessly, which really made our first dance together all the more special and authentic. Throw in the UNBELIEVABLE Sinatra singer and an awesome DJ and you have a packed dance floor all night! I kid you not, every single guest at our wedding said that our band was the best wedding band they have ever seen and that our wedding was the best wedding they have ever been to! DRM was worth every penny! If you want your guests walking away saying “wow – that band and that wedding was amazing,” then book David Rothstein Music! Satisfied Customers - .

10/09/2016

Mickey & Katie Zitzmann

brought a fun loving vibe

Booking David Rothstein music was one of the best decisions we made in our wedding. Working with David and the band leading up to the wedding was absolutely seamless. He agreed to learn the somewhat obscure song we chose for our first dance (one of a few songs they agreed to learn for us) and proceeded to sing and perform it absolutely incredibly on the actual day-of. They also took the time to get to know our personalities, and the music they played reflected this extra effort. Day-of, the band hit the ground running and brought a fun loving vibe that had everyone dancing for the whole night. Their covers of classics were top notch and they were able to cover many genres, so people young and old had a great time. Many people came up to us and said they had never seen people dance so much at a wedding, and that the band was incredible. We would absolutely recommend David Rothstein music to anyone who's looking for a high quality band that will ensure an amazing party.

09/28/2016

Sam and Elizabeth Altaner

Fun and Energetic

If you want to ensure your dance floor is packed until they turn the lights on, David Rothstein Band is the way to go. After researching numerous band options for our wedding, David Rothstein was without a question the best. We had the time of our lives on our wedding night and so did our guests. Our guests could not say enough great things about how fun and energetic the music was. They were asking David for his card at the end of the night! Even when the band was done, the sax continued to play along with the DJ. It was an amazing night, the energy of the room was at an all time high and people are still talking about it! Thank you to David and the entire band!

09/22/2016

Molly and Scott Peterson

A guest asked if David was a personal friend

David Rothstein Music was one of the best decisions we made in planning our wedding. After meeting with David, we knew immediately that we had to book him. My husband's one request was an awesome band and David delivered. We loved that his website had actual videos of them performing and felt we really understood what we were getting before we signed a contract. We worked with Alex for our ceremony and David for the reception and felt like both understood the fun atmosphere we were trying to create. David takes the time to get to know each and every one of his clients and it shows! One of our guests asked us if David was a personal friend of ours, which we got a big kick out of. Our dance floor was packed all night and we heard every song that we requested. Our guests are still talking about how awesome the band was and how much fun they had, which was largely in part to David, Steve, Sarah and the whole band. We also loved David's Share the Love program. There is such a wonderful story behind it and we are happy we were able to share some of our joyous occasion. Book David Rothstein! You will not be disappointed!!

09/20/2016

Katy and Jack White

The band is extremely talented and Professional

We researched and met with quite a few bands before finally deciding on David Rothstein Band. One of the most important aspects of our wedding (May 14th, 2016) to us was that we threw the BEST party for our family and friends - David Rothstein Music made that a reality. We had musicians during cocktail hour, which created just the right atmosphere for our guests. We had the 10 piece band and the DJ for our reception. The dance floor was packed the entire night, people danced even when the band was on it's break and the DJ was playing. Our grandma's were worried that it would be all "new music" that it would be too loud - but much to their surprise, the band played an awesome variety and the grandma's stayed until the end, dancing the night away. After booking David Rothstein Music, David stayed in constant contact making sure we were getting everything we needed. The day of, David worked with our wedding planner to make sure that everything stayed on time so that we could get the most our of our party!! The band is extremely talented and can sing a huge variety of music. David is so professional and truly cares about you and your day. Our friends and family are still talking about the amazing band. You cannot go wrong with David Rothstein Band.

09/21/2016

Caitlin and Stephen Drolet

Best Band in Chicago!

David and the Orchestra were phenomenal professionals in every respect. The musicianship was phenomenal and David's MC'ing was top notch. They have a huge repertoire of songs, both new and old, that everyone enjoyed so everyone was always on the dance floor. Best band in Chicago!

09/12/2016

Renee and Jaime Naylor

Go With This Band!

As most couples do, my now-wife and I had a hard time deciding whether to get a DJ or a band. We did our research and found the David Rothstein Band website, where we quickly realized that we had to meet David to see what they could provide. At our initial meeting, David was professional and clearly knowledgeable about what it takes to have a successful wedding reception. So when it came down to it, we had to decide whether to go with a DJ or spend the extra money and go with David's band...it wouldn't be any other band. In the end, we knew that the music made the party, so we decided to go with David Rothstein Music. From the moment we hired them, we knew we had made the right choice. David was thorough and professional with his planning, helpful in assisting us find other vendors, and responsive to all of the many questions we had asked over the months leading up to the wedding. David and his band came along with us to western Michigan to play at our vineyard wedding this summer. From the beginning of the wedding day, the entire team was professional and clearly knowledgeable. Sound guys, band, DJ...everyone worked to make sure everything was ready, down to the last detail. The ceremony trio did a great job playing the Beatles songs we had asked for, which made for an absolutely perfect ceremony atmosphere. And then came the reception...WOW! These guys totally rocked out. Our dance floor was packed throughout the night while David picked out the perfect songs to keep everyone going. David emceed the event, coordinated our entrances, and made sure everything ran smoothly the entire night. Hiring David and his band was everything we hoped for and more. Just as we had thought on day one, the music made the party, and it was well worth the additional cost to have David and his band play at our wedding. If you're still debating at this point...GO WITH THIS BAND!

09/10/2016

Ryan and Becky DeBoer

played every single song we asked for

David Rothstein Band has performed at many events that we have attended but most importantly, he played at my husband’s sister’s wedding, so when we started our wedding planning process it was never a question who we would have as our band. Although we loved every detail of our wedding day, I don’t think it would have been the same without the David Rothstein Band. They absolutely blew us and all of our guests away. We felt as though we were at a live concert rather than a wedding. There was not one moment when the dance floor was empty and if it started to get scarce, the band would change it up to a song they knew would get the guests back on their feet. We have gotten so many compliments since our wedding day and every time we see a friend or family member they rave about what a wonderful time they had. We have David Rothstein and his band to thank for that. Throughout the planning process, David took the time to get to know my husband and I. They played every single song we asked for and they even learned to play our first dance and my husband's dance with his mother.
David is enthusiastic, sweet, and most importantly a joy to work with. I have recommended this group to every single person I know and I will continue to do so because I truly think that they were such an integral part to making our day so special. It’s a memory we will share for the rest of our lives! Thank you David Rothstein Band!!!!

08/30/2016

Lindsey and David Shelton

took the time to get to know us

I was married back in June and hired David Rothstein Band after watching the YouTube videos from live events. The band was absolutely incredible in the videos and even more amazing in real life. He invited me to see the band live at a wedding and then I was certain I would hire them. David has excellent communication, he provided a sensible timeline for our wedding day which made it stress free, he took the time to get to know us and incorporate things into our wedding that were personal, including a couple of special treats for our daughter. The band was AMAZING and I received endless compliments about how the band really made the evening for everyone. The band was fun and interacted with the crowd. They REALLY got things going, packed the dance floor, and even incorporated several latin songs (salsa and merengue) which was really fun. David was an incredible and effective MC and was such a professional. Thank you, David, for making our special day one-of-a-kind! Oh, and I forgot to add, along with reception music, David arranged music for my ceremony (a classical duo) who incorporated current music and adapted it to work for our ceremony. There was also a piano player arranged for cocktails and dinner. And there was never a pause in the music because he had his assistant DJing during the band's breaks. A+++

08/24/2016

Lisa and Jeff Baravetto

really read the group

David was wonderful to work with! He did our wedding back in April, and people are still mentioning how great our wedding was and that the band was their favorite. They are always shocked when I say the band didn't use a set list. They really read the group and kept the dance floor packed all night. They even worked with my dad to let him do a surprise bag pipe performance!! I couldn't recommend David Rothstein highly enough!

08/22/2016

Bethany and Steven Short

Kept the Party Going!

I would highly recommend DRB for anyone looking to have a band at their wedding or event! We had the jazz trio ceremony and cocktail hour and the 12 piece band for reception. I had requested that they play a song that wasn't on the list for the ceremony, and they were able to learn it. I was watching from a private room in our venue and it was so special to hear as the bridal party went down the aisle. Everyone loved the band that we talked to! They got everyone on the dance floor and kept the party going. They also planned special dances that were a pleasant surprise to us, and gave us a Greenbay Packers picnic bag that all of our guests signed. DRB was a huge factor in making our day the best day of our lives!

08/19/2016

Samantha and David Rockwood

Brought The Energy!

Wow!!! That is the main word to use to describe having David Rothstein Music play our wedding. We couldn’t be more excited that we hired David for our wedding. They were able to supply a variety of musicians for the ceremony, cocktail hour and the reception. Honestly, I can't tell you how many people at our wedding literally said, "this is the best wedding band I've ever heard." They brought incredible energy to the party and kept the dance floor was packed all night long! If you are in the process of looking for someone to play at your special event (especially your wedding) and have the opportunity to use them, you will be so glad you did so.

08/15/2016

Tim and Melissa Gall

Really Cares About the Details

Coming from a family of music lovers, we knew that the first thing we needed to book for our wedding was an amazing band. I had heard of David Rothstein Music in the past and immediately checked out their website to get some information. After listening to their music clips and meeting with David, we knew it was a done deal. David and the band was a pleasure to work with and he really cares about the details to make sure the day went smoothly. Unlike some vendors, you can contact him at practically all hours of the day. The day of was more than I could have imagined. I am Jewish and my husband's family is from India. I was worried that not many people would dance due to the cultural aspect. But boy was I wrong - David and the band did a great job at determining the kind of music our group wanted to hear and our dance floor was full most of the evening! All of the musicians and vocalists were outstanding! We received so many compliments from our guests on the awesome music at our wedding. Thank you so much David Rothstein Music for such a fantastic and memorable day!

08/05/2016

Julie and Santosh Hanan

The band killed it!

"There is just too much to say! David & his band were incredible. People are STILL talking about the energy at our wedding. Even our other vendors couldn't get over how well everything came together. DRM was one of the first bands we came across when researching for our wedding (4/16/16, yes I'm a little behind schedule on this review!). We met with David IN PERSON before even booking. If you're in the midst of planning a wedding, you know how beneficial it can be to have an in-person discussion with a vendor. David's choices are completely a la carte, and it was really nice to be able to pick and chose what we wanted & when. We decided to go with the 3 piece band during ceremony/cocktail hour + 11 piece band during reception + Frank Sinatra singer during dinner + a saxophonist to welcome our guests in the elevator with champagne. We got married at Bridgeport Art Center and worked with David & his team to make that elevator scene quite the WOW when you walked in. David made us feel very confident and secure throughout the entire process. He was constantly asking us for music suggestions, & even encouraged us to have the band learn new songs. Well, we certainly had them learn some new songs. Our wedding was anything but ordinary. We played a lot of Phish, & were nervous about the band mastering the sounds of our beloved band in just a few months. The band killed it. They took on every Phish song like it was nothing & made our wedding so, so special & memorable.
Yes, David & his team are expensive, but they are worth it. People remember the music...& I promise you they'll remember this band!"

07/21/2016

Jackie and Alex McCallum

Can’t say enough good things

I would highly recommend David Rothstein Band to anyone who is looking for an amazing music partner for their wedding day. Everything about them was top notch and I would absolutely make the same decision if we were doing it again. In short, they rock it. We had all parts of the group - 10 piece orchestra, classical trio (ceremony), jazz trio (cocktail), and even DJ (for band downtime and late night) and every portion was top notch. They partnered with us to make it a special day for us and our guests, even learning some music that was special to my wife and I, and had the dance floor packed throughout the evening. Not only have guests regularly told us how amazing DRB was, but many also told us that it was easy to forget DRB wasn't the original musicians....a testimony to how talented they are. They also gave us the perfect wedding gift (Michigan bags game) that all of our guests signed! Can't say enough good things. Sign this team up because you won't be disappointed and it is 100% worth it.

07/04/2016

Grant and Courtney Robinson

They really go above and beyond

Having the best music and getting all of the guests dancing was our number one priority for our wedding. So naturally, booking David Rothstein Music for our wedding (May 21, 2016) was the very first decision we made in our wedding planning process. That is how confident we were that they are the best band! We reached out to several other bands, but David added a personal touch that no other company had. He truly wants to get to know each couple, their story, interests, and music tastes. They really go above and beyond.
David helped with coordinating the schedule for the reception, leaving no detail out. He walked us through the timing of every announcement, dance, toast, and music which really allowed us to get a feel for how night the would go.
On our wedding day, the energy throughout the night was unlike anything we could have imagined - literally everyone on the dance floor! All of the musicians are extremely talented. For example, one of the vocalists who sang "Old Man" by Neil Young (for our father/daughter dance) actually sounded like Neil Young, then switched to a country song and sang “My Wish” by Rascal Flatts (for the mother/son dance) like a pro - we couldn't believe our ears!
We also highly recommend the dancing between courses and adding their optional DJ to fill in the breaks and enhance the music.
To this day all of our guests are still raving about the band. David’s passion for was he does is unprecedented. With David Rothstein, your wedding is guaranteed to be the best dance party and the most memorable night!

06/26/2016

Caitlin and Kyle Miller

People are still talking about “that band”

I'm a musician and my (new) husband and I love seeing quality live music, so once we booked our venue, booking a band was our next priority. After watching some of his videos online and reading what David does as an MC, it was a quick decision. During the year of planning our big (225-guests) wedding, we had a fair share of stress and worry about many details. But my husband and I always looked at each other and said, "No matter what happens, the music will be great." That helped us through! AND IT WAS GREAT. Throughout the reception I had people walking up to me and telling me two things: that's a gorgeous dress and this band is amazing. A month later, and people are still talking about "that band." So many guests have told us it was one of the best weddings they've ever been to, and they follow that with, "the band was incredible!" Many people noted that they didn't notice any transitions between the DJ and the band, because their covers were so spot on. It was certainly the best wedding I've ever attended! I was determined to dance at my own wedding, and David's band made it so easy because all of our guests were dancing, too! They made it very personal, which I'll always appreciate. And David was a calming presence during the planning and at the wedding itself. He even took videos for us, which I wasn't expecting. If you want to be able to fall back on the assurance that, no matter what happens, the music will be great, then book David Rothstein and his band.

06/15/2016

Sharisse and Dennis Butler

Everyone Keeps Raving

David and Jeff were amazing to work with. They were extremely professional and met with us to discuss what type of music we wanted and made sure our timeline was ready before the big day. I could not have asked for a better band! Everyone keeps raving about the band and how much fun they had dancing. David Rothstein Music is top notch and exceeded our expectations! If you want an epic wedding, hire this band.

06/14/2016

Julie and William Ferrill

everyone on the floor dancing the night away

Simply put the David Rothstein Band was amazing. We had some band members for the ceremony and cocktail hour and the 10 piece band for the reception. David and his crew had everyone on the floor dancing the night away as soon as the meals were finished. We told David that he could pick whatever music the band wanted to play; each song was better than the next. The singers were outstanding, interactive and a joy to listen to. The band were true professionals and it was worth every penny. I’m still hearing from family and friends how much fun they had at the wedding.
David takes his job seriously and it shows via his MC skills, he had everything running like a well-oiled machine. He met with us prior to ensure everything was going in order and aligned with our wants. David even and his team got us two unique gifts which we will cherish for our lives.
My advice to you; if you want your wedding to be over the top hire the David Rothstein Band!

06/01/2016

Matthew and Tracy Perri

Crazy Talent and Sound!

I was a guest at a wedding where David Rothstein Music provided the entertainment and I must say they are the best of the best when it comes to wedding music. They provided personalized music selection for the bride and groom as well as fun, varied tunes for the guests young and old! The singers were crazy talented and the sound from the band was synchronized and strong. The DJ Sara also did a great job providing great energy while the band took their breaks. All in all, I was very impressed with the work they did!

04/22/2016

Regina Marie

Kept the Party Going

David... I don't know if I thanked you enough for performing at my daughters wedding. I was in such a fog that day that I believe I forgot to thank the people that made the wedding such a huge success. Guests have been telling me for weeks what an awesome band we had and that you kept the party going all night long. We thank you from the bottom of our hearts for making my daughters wedding one of the best days of of Kyle and Jeana's life.. David Rothsteins Music is the best.. Thank you for taking the flowers. I'm very sure you put a smile on the faces of people that really needed to smile.

03/06/2016

Joni Lucarelli

made the party of 120 feel like 300

I don't even know where to start. When we started the search for a wedding band for our January 2016 winter wedding, we were looking for good music. David Rothstein not only provided good music, but also a fantastic party, professional quality and a personal touch unlike any other music vendor. David called me first hand during the decision making process and made me feel so comfortable by cracking jokes and showing a genuine interest in our wedding day. My husband and I decided to hire David Rothstein's 6 piece band. Up until the wedding day we were in constant contact with David and even met with him a handful of times to work out all of the details. On the day of our wedding, they were all on time, dressed for the occasion and ready to start the party. The band was so talented, they made the party of 120 feel like 300 and they were even able to accommodate some traditional Polish songs. The performance was flawless and our guests were on the dance floor the entire night. David was a wonderful MC. His energy is contagious and his passion for the job is so obvious that it makes the party that much more fun. He practiced all of the difficult, Polish names in my bridal party until he had them completely accurate. David was even there at the end of the night to help my husband and I with the one detail we forgot to plan for, a ride home! One of our best memories of the day was David driving us back to our hotel in his car. Thank you David Rothstein Music for being such a wonderful addition to our wedding day! We are still talking about it.

02/14/2016

Angie and Sean Sparrow

Master at Figuring out the crowd

The entire wedding danced all night. Not one person in their seats for hours. David is the master at figuring out the crowd and playing accordingly.

01/02/2016

Henry and Pamela Apfelbach

David is a class act

Absolutely, without a single doubt, we would recommend David as THE only option for a live band at your wedding. It was unbelievable how our guests, ranging from 2-92 danced the entire evening! David is a class act and complete professional. We also highly recommend to donate your flowers to David's amazing program Share Your Love !!

01/01/2016

Keith and Annie Giemzik

a joy to work with

3 months after our wedding and we're still hearing from guests how much they loved David and his band! They were a joy to work with and made our day so special. We had a brunch reception and were a bit worried people wouldn't dance, David totally read the room and matched the energy to the crowd, then slowly built it up so everyone was dancing by the end. Vey flexible, even learned a new song for our reception (No Diggity by Blackstreet)! Everything was perfect, and I love the flower donation program. Bottom line, you want David Rothstein Music to play your wedding!

12/31/2015

Geoff and Rebecca Mickells

The Energy was Amazing!

We knew immediately after meeting David that we wanted The David Rothstein Orchestra for our wedding. David is very professional and prides himself on getting to know the bride and groom on a very personal level. The energy of both David and the musicians is amazing and your guests are guaranteed an evening of great fun! The entire wedding planning process is made so easy when working with David. He works with any special musical requests, leaving you totally confident the music will be spectacular at the wedding. And spectacular, it is! I love that he donates your flowers to local nursing homes, rehabilitation centers, etc. around the Chicagoland area, as well. David also gives the bride and groom a custom gift, unique to the couple, which is very kind-hearted, thoughtful, and personal. David and his entire team impressed all of our guests and I would not hesitate to recommend The David Rothstein Orchestra for your wedding. They could not have been more entertaining and definitely the hit of the night...AMAZING!!!

12/31/2015

Stephanie and Joslin Wilhelm

David accommodated everything

I cannot express how glad we are to have used David Rothstein Band as the music for our wedding reception. From the initial meeting to the final outcome, everything was wonderful! We had a lot of individualized requests in terms of additional things we wanted incorporated and David accommodated everything. We also loved the addition of the Frank Sinatra singer. It really suited our wedding so well. We've received so many compliments on the band since our wedding! Thank you to David and the whole band for keeping the party going! I don't think anyone wanted to leave at the end of the night! The attention to detail and personalization that David puts into each wedding is wonderful. Another great reason to book with them is the Share Your Love flower donation program. All of our flowers went to a rehabilitation center the next day. So glad they could continue bringing smiles to new faces even after the wedding!

12/24/2015

Ginny and Dave Bukiet

Learned All our Requests Perfectly

Amanda and I are happy to give David Rothstein Music our highest recommendation for your wedding. We just had our wedding December 12th at Sofitel and the music was both tremendous and perfectly coordinated with what were extensive requests. David serves as the MC and he supervises the musicians as the director of the company. He did an excellent job moving the reception schedule along. We did an East Coast style wedding reception with dancing between courses and it turned out great. There was not a wasted second and the outcome was what felt like a non-stop party. David met with us 3 times before the wedding. First as an introduction, then to combine our thoughts and plans for the reception with his recommendations, and then again to go over the final schedule and song lists. When it came to the music I was a bit of what one would call a “high maintenance groom.” For the first hour and a half of the reception (introductions, first dances/father daughter, group dances, grandparent dances and more group dances and iPod music during the band’s dinner break) I scripted every minute of every song. The band and sound team played it exactly as scripted. Then for the dance party from 9-12PM we gave them a list of about 50 songs off their “know” list. Of the 30 or so songs they played at least 25 were from the list I had given and the others fit our style and went off great as well. Finally, and most importantly, we can not overstate the quality of the musicians themselves. Vocals, guitar, bass, drums, horns, piano…. all awesome. When we talk to our friends about the wedding the first complement comes to the band from everyone. Absolute must mainstream crowd pleasing plays are : “Shout,” “Disco Inferno,” “Uptown Funk,” “Run Around Sue,” and “Everlasting Love.” Cheers, Matthew and Amanda.

12/22/2015

Matt and Amanda Blecka

Awesome Dance Music

We were extremely satisfied with David and his band. In addition to providing great music that appealed to the varying age groups, David was also a great M.C. The guest loved the dancing between course format and The band immediately engaged the guest and kept them involved all night long. David also provided ceremony music per our request of a traditional classical format. Maureen, the vocalist was fantastic. Alex the ceremony director got us great musicians for the ceremony. We highly recommend David and would use him again!

10/31/2015

Danielle and Keith Yopchick

truly understands the bride and groom

As a wedding planner, we have worked with all variations of bands and DJs. It is our job to make each event a success, regardless of their choices of vendors. However, when working with a wonderful band--like David Rothstein--the guest experience is immediately taken to another level. The amount of time David spends getting to know his clients is simply unparalleled. Because of this, he truly understands the bride and groom, and their families and friends--he knows exactly the right music to play to keep the dance floor packed from start to finish. Beyond that he is a wonderful and kind person who truly cares about creating the absolute best wedding for his clients. We highly recommend David Rothstein Music.

12/06/2015

Joan Cinquegrani - Five Grain Events

the best decision we made for our wedding

From the first time we spoke with David we knew we were in great hands! He made sure our vision for the night was fulfilled while adding wonderful suggestions that helped enhance the evening. The dance floor was packed the entire night – so many of our guests commented it was the most fun they’d had at a wedding and the most dancing they’d done. Hiring David Rothstein and his band was the best decision we made when planning our wedding – no regrets!

11/10/2015

Chris and Kara Killian

The band immediately engaged the guests

We were extremely satisfied with David and His Band. In addition to providing great music that appealed to the varying age groups, David was also a great M.C.
The guest loved the dancing between course format and The band immediately engaged the guests and kept them involved all night long. David also provided ceremony music per our request of a traditional classical format. Maureen, the vocalist was fantastic. Alex the ceremony director got us great musicians for the ceremony.
We highly recommend David and Would use him again!

11/01/2015

Stephanie and Joslin Wilhelm

songs, energy and quality are second to none.

We decided to work with David Rothstein Music after researching dozens of different bands and see 3 of them perform live at actual weddings. The mix of songs, the energy and the quality of the singers and musicians is second to none. David is extremely professional and he goes through every detail of your wedding and gets to know you as a couple. When we wanted to incorporate live Greek music. David found us the musicians and made sure that their set was incorporate smoothly within the evening's music. All along the way, as we had to make adjustments and changes, he was extremely helpful and made sure that we were happy above all else. The night of our wedding, every loved the music. Even my aunt who I've never seen dance in my whole life was out on the floor busting a move! All in all, you would be a fool to book anyone else.

10/31/2015

Alexis and Jordan Myers

Guests were energized excited and happy

David and the band were great! We didn't have a wedding planner and David stepped in as MC and coordinated with the venue from start to finish. The band was great and kept the dance floor full the entire time. They even let my brother, who fancies himself a singer, up on stage for a number! Overall David and the band kept our guests, and most importantly my bride, energized, excited and happy the entire evening! Would highly recommend!

10/30/2015

Dom and Emily Meyer

Truly Can Play It All

David Rothstein's band did a fantastic job at our wedding. They had our guests dancing from start to finish. They truly can play it all. So many guests told me the band was the best wedding band they'd ever heard. David was great during the lead-up to the wedding too. He was always responsive to our questions and met with us a couple of times as we finalized our entrance song, first dance song, and other songs on our 'must play' list.

10/15/2015

Johanna and Kevin Kelly

dedicated to making things perfect

We had David Rothstein's jazz trio provide ceremony and dinner music for our wedding. The music was wonderful and flawlessly performed. Working with David and his team was such an ease. David really personalizes your experience and is dedicated to making things perfect. We are so grateful to have them involved. Highly, highly recommended.

10/11/2015

Nick and Deanne Dilly

amazing, talented band

When we were first started searching for wedding bands, we called several vendors. David Rothstein was the first to respond -- calling us within 15 minutes of e-mailing him to set up some time to meet and learn a little bit about us. After a quick phone call that night, we met with him the following Saturday in his office and started discussing what kind of ceremony and reception we were considering and how he could help make the night unforgettable with his band. After meeting with him, we had no doubt that no other band or band leader was going to be as attentive or invested in making our wedding night as perfect as possible. Speaking with David a couple more times over the next few months, he walked us through our options for reception schedule and what decisions we needed to make regarding ceremony music, song selection, speech order, etc. His help with the schedule and working with our day-of wedding coordinator helped put us at ease in the stressful weeks leading up to the wedding. Not surprisingly, our wedding night was amazing. From the beautiful ceremony and cocktail hour music provided by his jazz trio to the band's performance throughout dinner and dancing, they kept our guests on the dance floor all night long, all the way to midnight. The band even learned a newer, less well known song for our first dance, and it sounded great. In addition, while emceeing the entire evening to move things along and keep us on schedule between speeches and dinner courses, David even presented us with a special gift -- a "Seinfeld" poster he made that all our guests signed throughout the night. We cannot recommend David and his amazing, talented band highly enough. Hire him for your ceremony and reception, and you'll be guaranteed not only a stress-free planning process, but more importantly, the best possible wedding night for you and your guests.

09/30/2015

Johnny and Nicole Sisk

make it an unforgettable night!

Oh boy! What can we say about David Rothstein band! They are an amazing band to work with. Our wedding was beautiful and our guests enjoyed themselves very much, with much of that due to the atmosphere which David Rothstein's band provided. We danced. We drank. We danced some more as the band kept on playing. The band also surprised us with a wedding gift, which we were initially skeptical might be an odd gift--but sure enough they surprised us with a gift we loved! They even let a vocally inclined guest of ours jump in and sing a solo, which was a hit. Overall, if you have to choose where to spend on your wedding and where to save, we would suggest spend on the wedding band! Thank you David Rothstein band/team! You helped make it an unforgettable night!

08/29/2015

David and Hirman

truly cared about making our day perfect!

David Rothstein Band was absolutely amazing! David was so professional and worked with me so much before our big day. He made sure that every detail waqs right and was flexible about putting our personal touches in the receptions. He truly cared about making our day perfect! Our guests never left the dance floor. They did a great job picking songs for all age groups. Many of our guests told us that it was the best wedding band they have ever seen. I would hire this band again in a heartbeat!

08/18/2015

Lisa and Michael Billie

kept the party going all night

'll start off by saying that David Rothstein Music was the first and only band that we met with when planning our June wedding in Chicago. From the moment we met with David, we felt comfortable, and it seemed like he truly knew who we were as a couple. I remember leaving our first meeting thinking that if nothing else went right the day of our wedding, we would still have a rockin' party because of David and his team. Fast forward to our wedding, and we could not have been more right. We hired David to play our ceremony, cocktail hour, and the reception, and it was everything we could have wanted and more. From the moment the first guests stepped on to the dance floor, the party didn't stop. David kept the evening flowing, and really engaged our guests...I haven't seen some of my family members dance like they did at my wedding in years! He worked extremely well with the other vendors and my wedding planner to make sure we stayed on schedule (something I was worried about), and the evening flowed so well. My husband and I have pretty specific taste in music, and David really listened to us in planning the playlist for the evening - the band took leads from all of our guests, and truly played what everyone wanted to hear. I can't say enough good things about the band - they came out onto the dance floor, they got us off our feet, and they kept the party going all night long. My husband and I whole heartedly recommend David Rothstein Music to any couple whose priority is to make sure their guests have a good time. Our family and friends are still raving about the evening, and we couldn't be happier. One other side note - David has a program where he will donate your wedding flowers to nursing homes and facilities around Chicago (with your permission). My grandpa was in a nursing home for years, so this was very special to me. This is how David is - he has a big heart, gets to know his couples, and makes sure that him and the band throw one heck of a party. We'd do it again next weekend if we could! Thank you David and your team for everything!

08/12/2015

Rachel and Aaron Kraut

incredibly talented and super professional

I cannot say enough good things about the David Rothstein Band! We got married on June 20th, 2015 and hiring them was the best decision we ever made! Every single guest of our wedding raved about the band and are still raving about them a month later. We've been told over and over again that because of the amazing band it was the best wedding that they've ever been to! We hired David to not only be our reception band but also our ceremony musicians, who are lead by Alex, the cocktail hour pianist, and the dinner jazz trio. Every single musician was incredibly talented and super professional. Not once did we have any issue with any of them and there were quite a lot of people! David hires amazing musicians for his bands and it really shows. On top of all the music being fantastic, David truly loves what he does and loves his clients. He personally called me each time he had a question or needed the timeline nailed down, which was great. To brides, it is so hard to get someone to return emails in a timely fashion, so someone who calls is WAY above the rest. What David also loves to do is give each couple a special gift to be their guest book in a way. He finds out what that couple likes and finds the perfect gift. David knew that we are obsessed with our dogs (seriously, it's sad) and that we started dating while the Hawks were in the playoffs in 2013. So for our gift he got us Blackhawks dog jerseys that everyone could sign. How amazing is that?? Yes, they are a pricey band but it was SO worth it. Don't hesitate to hire them, they will make your wedding the best wedding anyone has ever been to :)

07/18/2015

Nicole and Steven Anenen

totally exceeded our already high expectations

I grew up playing instruments my whole life and appreciate great music and great musicians. I did a lot of research before deciding on the David Rothstein Band. I would not change a single thing. Truly amazing. I knew I wanted a jazz group for our small wedding of about 45 people. I decided on a 4 piece with an upright bass (played by David himself), keyboard, drums, and trumpet. I had mentioned only once a year prior to our wedding that I was interested in having the trumpet player bring a mute and a flugelhorn. Sure enough, Victor brought them! I also asked for a number of specific renditions of specific songs to be played, all of which were played outstandingly! These guys are pros. David Rothstein and his staff really listen to their clients. I can't believe how well they followed through on all the small details. This is especially important for weddings when you want everything to be perfect. For the Father/Daughter and Mother/Son dance(s), we requested a specific rendition of a song. Our trumpet player unexpectedly sang the words instead of playing the melody on the trumpet. What a great voice! My beautiful bride was so happy with this and will remember forever. Our wedding guests were mostly aunts and uncles and other family members, but just a few friends. David did a great job by inviting everyone up to the dance floor. My bride and I were surprised and so pleased to see not only our relatively young friends but also our grandparents, parents, aunts and uncles all having a great time on the dance floor. Not to mention, this was an early afternoon reception! The band played a mix of slow as well as more lively songs with spectacular solos from each musician. When more guests were on the dance floor, the band kept up the energy in the music and kept our guests dancing and having a great time. David even brought his bass out onto the dance floor just like in the big band days. Our guests are still talking about our wedding and the great music. Again, we would not have changed a single thing. David Rothstein and his band totally exceeded our already high expectations. If you are thinking about booking, I highly recommend without hesitation. Thank you, David and band, for a wonderful day.

07/14/2015

Melanie and Mick Flannery

compliments from everyone on how great the band was

When looking for a wedding band we knew it was important to find a band that brought a lot of energy and sounded awesome playing a variety of music. With David Rothstein we were not let down. We got the string trio for the ceremony, jazz trio for cocktails and seven piece orchestra for the reception. They learned nine new songs for us which helped to tailor the event to our unique interests. Some examples were Led Zeppelin's "Kashmir" and and Chili Peppers' "Snow" with the ceremony and adding some alternative songs like Milky Chance's "Stolen Dance" and Walk the Moon's "Dance With Me" in addition to the wedding staples like classic music for the ceremony and classic rock to pop for the reception. We got compliments from everyone on how great the band was in addition to a lot of "I rarely dance but I couldn't resist". David worked closely with our planner to make sure that the the wedding from ceremony, to cocktail hour, to the reception all went smoothly and provided on point humor and stories to mix in with the well thought out song flow with the band to help maintain a high level of energy and excitement the whole night. I would highly recommend David Rothstein Music because on a day like a wedding where you are concerned about how everything coming together David works with you beforehand to make sure that their approach is unique to you and it is something you will look forward to rather then worry about. Many great memories and we are so happy we went with David Rothstein Music for our big day.

06/13/2015

Sean and Olesya Gilmore

Incredibly Talented!

We booked David Rothstein for a 25th anniversary corporate event. I had seen their reviews, and knew that they were great at weddings, but I had no idea how wonderful this group of talented musicians would be at a corporate event. We greeted our guests with a jazz orchestra that set an elegant tone as the evening began. David was truly amazing as an emcee. He kept announcements interesting, and he kept our speakers and presenters on schedule - alleviating that burden from presenters or fellow employees. Then, the party started! The music selection was amazing. I kept thinking that it was hard to believe that all of the music and vocals were live. They were that good. We were having such a good time that we extended the party for an additional hour. This group is so professional, thorough in planning, and incredibly talented. I cannot say enough good things about them. I highly recommend them for your corporate event, and any event you may be planning...simply wonderful!

06/08/2015

Christina Czeszewski

Truly worth every penny!

"My parents attended a wedding reception about 2 years ago and held onto David's card 'just in case'! Well thank god they did because I wouldn't have had my wedding without David and his team. Professional, fun, detail-oriented and VERY talented are just a few words I would use to describe everyone on stage! Once I met David, I knew I would have nothing to worry about. The band was truly worth every penny. 10/10 would hire again. It's almost a month later and everyone is still talking about our wedding smile emoticon"

05/29/2015

Kris and Rich Miller

A Great band with a greater heart

Our wedding was on December 31st, 2014. We had seen the great reviews for David Rothstein Music and we jumped at the chance to have them perform for our wedding. David Rothstein himself worked directly with us. He is a kind and honest man that wants to make sure every wedding is special, whether it's big or small. We explained that we wanted our NYE wedding to be both traditional, but a party. It is NYE after all! He was more than accommodating and went straight to work for us. He acted as the MC for the night and kept the night moving along at a great pace. For the ceremony, we had a classical duo of the violin and piano. The bride wanted a very specific song from a Disney movie played and they played it beautifully. The ceremony music director Alex Koffman was kind and made sure every note of music we wanted for our ceremony was perfect. And it was! For cocktail hour, we had a jazz trio of piano, bass, and sax. Now admittedly, my new wife and I were a bit busy with photos to truly hear the trio playing, but the guests raved to us about them later on in the weeks after the wedding. For the dances and dinner, we had a 7-Piece Orchestra. It included piano, bass, drums, sax, male and female vocalists, and guitar/vocalist. They played a great selection of songs in general, including the specific songs we wanted for the dances. My wife and I absolutely love Disney. After the speeches during the dinner, David presented us with a ceramic statue of Mickey and Minnie Mouse in a wedding car for all the guests to sign! He also gave us an additional Mickey and Minnie figurine that played music we chose during the ceremony as an additional gift for guests to sign. It was incredibly thoughtful and so sweet of David to do that. We couldn't be more thankful. Once dinner ended, we moved on to the dancing and our orchestra went from 7-Piece to 10-Piece. A second female vocalist, trumpet, and trombone were added to the orchestra and we loved it! At one point while the band played "Shout," the trombone, sax, and trumpet moved along the entire venue to get every person moving and dancing. It was incredible and so much fun! And of course, being a NYE wedding, the band rolled in the new year with a countdown and great music that kept us dancing the rest of the night. I could not be more thankful or grateful to David, the orchestra, the jazz trio, and the classical duo. All together, they made the night absolutely amazing. Thank you, David Rothstein Music!

05/17/2015

Lindsay and Alex Gouldey

The band electrified the room

NO NEED TO LOOK ELSEWHERE On March 7th David Rothstein Band played at my son and daughter-in-law's wedding at Drury Lane. From the moment the reception started until the very last dance David had every single person involved. The bands' energy electrified the room. Throughout the night, the guests continuously told me how much fun they were having and how amazing the band was. Anything that was needed that night, David made it happen. To top it off, David took the flowers and center pieces to a local nursing home the next morning to spread the love! I highly recommend DRM to anyone; you will not regret this decision. Thank you David for a memorable, energetic and amazing event. http://drsmusic.com

03/25/2015

Debbie Robinson- Mother of the Groom

The Band really got the guests involved!

David Rothstein Music was great! They played at our wedding in February and everyone loved them! We heard so much feedback from our guests that the band was awesome and they made the night so much fun! The band really got the guests involved and I think that was huge! Thanks David Rothstein Band!

03/24/2015

Karle and Jay McLaughlin

The Dance Floor Was Filled from Beginning to End

I cannot say enough about how much all of the guests at our daughter’s wedding enjoyed David and the entire band. One commented how it was great that we were all up dancing and burning calories before we even had dinner! The dance floor was filled from beginning to end with everyone having nothing but fun. The talent of each and every musician is amazing and noted by each of our guests as well. And how wonderful to know that at the end of the evening David made sure that all of the flowers were collected to be passed out the next day to nursing homes. To think about the flowers spreading some cheer instead of just being thrown away made us feel so good. But I have to say … the biggest compliment that could be possibly made to David and his band is the fact that my husband was up and dancing more that one night than he has in the 45 years I have known him!! I got so much more than my one token slow dance per wedding and we had the best time ever dancing the night away with all our family and friends!

01/10/2015

Karolyn Dietrich

Truly Amazing

Selecting the David Rothstein Band to play for our wedding was by far one of the best decisions we made. I knew from the initial phone call that they would make everything amazing for us. David was so accommodating and personable to us we feel now as if we have known him for some time. The performance was amazing from the first song our guests were up on the dance floor and didn't stop dancing until the end. Everything was truly amazing and above and beyond what we had expected. Our guests have given us soo many compliment's on the David Rothstein Band and we were honored to have them be a part of our special day. We highly recommend the David Rothstein Band for a night to remember.

03/08/2015

Deanna and Patrick Meyn

brought such a positive energy!

My husband and I both agreed that music was going to be a top priority at our wedding. Hiring David Rothstein Music was honestly one of the best decisions we made! I do not even know where to begin with all of my accolades. From the moment our ceremony started to the end of our party, the music was the best many of our guests had ever heard. We received many compliments throughout the night and are still being asked by friends and family about David and his band. David and his band brought such a positive energy to our wedding and our guests were literally dancing all night. We met with David on several occasions prior to the wedding and everything we discussed was incorporated into our wedding and went flawlessly. We had a non traditional schedule during our evening in terms of dinner courses, blessings and celebrating a friends birthday and David worked with us to make it all happen just how we wanted it. David also helped to "save" us a few times when our day of planner dropped the ball. All of our song requests were fantastic, including some difficult numbers that the band learned just for us. The horn section was amazing and Steve G's voice did not disappoint. Alex Koffman worked with us for our ceremony music and he did a phenomenal job. I would definitely recommend David Rothstein Music for your wedding or for any celebration! Though they are pricier than most, you will not regret your decision. They really do deliver! Finally, I want to add that David is a very generous, kind and caring man who was a true pleasure to work with!

02/20/2015

Alana and Steven Block

Guided Us through the whole process

DRM was absolutely the best for our wedding. He knew what we needed far before we did and was able to guide us through the whole process. Our guests are still talking about how great the music was. My husband and I couldn't be happier and more impressed with the quality and professionalism of DRM.

12/08/2014

Holly and Michael Page

Incredibly Personalized!

When it comes to hosting the best event your guests have ever been to, anyone who knows how to throw a really great party knows that aside from venue and bountiful food and drink...it is the music that really makes the party memorable. There is nothing worse than being at a wedding that has an empty dance floor and if you are lucky enough to have David and his band play at your wedding, then you never have to worry about that happening. From the very moment we reach out to David to check on his availability, he was nothing but professional and incredibly pleasant to work with. If there is one thing to take away from your experience with David Rothstein it is his incredible passion for what he does. You can tell that David believes with every ounce of his spirit that you should have the best wedding ever and he will go above and beyond to ensure that he and his band provide you with that. What makes David Rothstein and his band stand out is that he truly takes the time to learn about you as a couple so that on your wedding day you are getting something incredibly personalized. David takes the time not only to ensure the band is playing music to your liking, but he goes a step further to give you as a couple a gift that matches your personality. The book on the History of Chicago and our family members signatures throughout it is something we will treasure and display in our home forever. As if that wasn't enough, David also offers to pass out your flowers to nursing homes so that those beautiful flowers can bring joy to someone else (insert saint title here). All of our guests danced/sang to 6+ solid hours of incredibly talented singers and instrument's, everyone was blown away at how amazing every single member of the band was/is. Thank you to David and the entire band for giving us the most amazing night of music in our lives, you blew us away at our sisters wedding and somehow topped it for us at our wedding. You all are the best! Xx Nick & Kate

12/09/2014

Kate and Nick Cavet

David Felt like Part of The Family

The David Rothstein Band was amazing! They really interacted well with our guests. They had everyone on the dance floor the whole night. Our guests have told us that our band was the best band that they had ever heard at any wedding. My daughter and Son-inLaw found David very easy to communicate with prior to the wedding. By the end of the night, David and his band felt like part of the family! I know who to call when my other three kids get married. Thank You David!!

11/13/2014

Susan Hodgman - Mother of the Bride

super helpful and supportive

My fiance and I knew that one of our biggest priorities for our wedding was getting the best possible band - a great band makes for a fantastic and fun wedding. We did research into Chicago area bands and David was by far the most helpful and responsive from the start. Our timing was great because soon after we spoke with him we were able to see the band play live at a wedding event - they were awesome and David was so great! After we hired them, David continued to be super helpful and supportive throughout the planning process (unlike some vendors who disappear after they get your deposit!) David's process for getting to know you, whats important to you for your wedding and what kind of music you want is impeccable.
So after a great experience leading up to the wedding, our expectations were HIGH - very high! And DRM exceeded them tenfold (which I did not think was possible). First, David does an excellent job emceeing the night - especially in the beginning a lot is going on - announcements, first dance, toasts, etc. But the best part was that our dance floor was packed the entire night - young and old! A lot of people's favorite moment was when the trumpet section came on to the dance floor with everyone! Everyone had a blast and a million people told me that they've never had so much fun at a wedding or that it was the best wedding they've ever been to. And I know these people and they were not just being nice. I attribute 95% of this to David and his band. They are not cheap, but worth every penny - you get what you pay for!!! If I had to do it again all over on a budget, I would hire David, and skimp on everything else. Nothing else is as important as the atmosphere, energy and the fun at your wedding. Thanks David!!!!

11/11/2014

Kafi and Jimi Matus

guests absolutely RAVED

The best decision we made was working with David Rothstein for our wedding music. From the very first time we interacted with David, we knew we were in great hands! He is such a welcoming and personable individual who made our lives SO easy with planning our wedding music. We used them for both our ceremony and reception and our guests absolutely RAVED about David Rothstein. He and the band have this down to a science and it was very comforting to know we could get in touch with David or Alex (gentleman in charge of our Ceremony music) whenever we needed to do so. The dance floor was packed from the minute they started playing and we appreciated how interactive the band was with our guests. Our number one priority was to make sure everyone had a blast at our wedding and we have David Rothstein Music to thank for this. If you haven’t booked them for your wedding you should do so right away! They are simply WONDERFUL!

11/10/2014

Liz and Casey Frankel

David Rothstein Music Brings the Party to the People!

Make the right choice and hire this band! When we decided to work with David Rothstein Music, Inc. (DRM) for our wedding reception entertainment, we felt secure about the decision based on the research we'd done, but little did we know that it was going to be the very best decision we made for our wedding. David made each interaction and planning session easy and enjoyable - he was inviting, approachable and truly worked to understand our vision for the evening. After meeting with David only a few times, he was able to help us execute exactly what we were looking for - a jam-packed dance floor with high energy and happy wedding guests. From start to finish, DRM was outstanding. Each musician in the bunch brought something fun and engaging to the table. This band is a group of truly talented professionals, and they really brought our favorite songs to life for all to enjoy! At the end of the night, guests begged them to keep playing, but the night had come to an end. I can only hope that we will be invited to another wedding played by DRM someday so that we will get the chance to enjoy them again! In all, to say that they were a highlight of the evening would be a major understatement - they MADE the evening. David Rothstein Music really brings the party to the people!...

11/06/2014

Carrie and Phil Hubbuch

Nothing Compares with David Rothstein Music

"They are amazing! Your energy level will top the charts with the performance as well as the intimacy of David's comments throughout the night. My husband and I have been to several weddings in 2014 and NONE has compared to the entertainment provided by David Rothstein Music! Go for it and rest assured. You WILL be pleased!"

11/03/2014

Nanette Frankel - Mother of the Bride

Fun Music and Polished Professional MC

We were guests of the above mentioned wedding on 10/18/2014. David Rothstein Music not only provided music but a polished, professional MC for the evening. David helped the wedding party with their speeches by displaying props as requested by the person giving the speech. He added class and humor throughout the evening. The music provided was top notch and pleasing to all generations. The dance floor was always packed which made the evening fun for everyone. When the moment called for a more serious, sentimental tone, you could hear a pin drop in the ball room. I would recommend David Rothstein Music to anyone who wants to make sure their guests have an enjoyable and meaningful evening.

10/28/2014

Angela Smith - Maid of Honor

How To Get Everyone On The Dance Floor

After we got engaged my fiancé and I sat down and decided that above all else we wanted our guests to have an incredible experience that they would remember. One of the major ways that we knew this would be possible was by getting a live band for our reception. We did our homework and searched and searched for the right band, the search was over after we met with David. He was extremely personable and professional throughout the entire process and truly put us at ease. The videos on the website give you a fraction of just how good they are. At the end of night we both could not have been happier with how David kept the night running smoothly and the band got everybody on the dance floor. The next day, and still to this day, we have not stopped receiving endless compliments about how incredible the band was. Do NOT hesitate to book this band you won't regret it!

10/08/2014

Courtney and Jaime Smith

a dream to work with

Our daughter's wedding was October 4th, 2014. We know how important it is to find the right band/entertainment so every guest has a good time and it makes the reception memorable for all. My husband and I cannot express enough how wonderful the David Rothstein Band was for her wedding and how many of our guests are still complimenting us about them. From the cocktail hour trio to the entire ten piece band closing out the reception at midnight, we were so impressed what a kind, talented, and professional group of musicians they are! Jeff was especially awesome. David himself and Rebecca - David's assistant, were also a dream to work with during the planning stages. We have nothing but the highest regard for the entire staff and are so pleased that we have already told David that we want them to play for us again at our other daughter's wedding! We cannot imagine having anyone else!

10/07/2014

Karolyn Dietrich - Mother of the Bride

High Energy All Night Long

We were thrilled with the professionalism and level of service that the David Rothstein Band provided from our first meeting through the end of our wedding. David took the lead on putting together our timeline to break up the speeches and dances to ensure that our guests weren't sitting along anxiously awaiting their courses. They kept the energy level going during our entire reception. They even brought a few props that some of our guests danced around with. The dance floor was packed the entire night. The David Rothstein Band added a whole unique dimension to our wedding that surpassed our greatest expectations.

10/04/2014

Margaret and Andrew Horvath

they really engaged with us

It was AMAZING having David and his band play at our wedding last month! Everyone could not stop telling us how wonderful the music was! The dance floor was packed the whole night! The band members are so lively and talented, they really engaged with us and the guests out on the dance floor. David was a pleasure to work with and if there was anything we needed he always made himself available to discuss the plan with us. Thank you David Rothstein Music for making this special night even more special! We will never forget this once in a lifetime moment!!

09/30/2014

Romy and Jonathan Turoff

Everything was Fantastic!!

David Rothstein Music did our ceremony, cocktaill and reception music. Everything was fantastic! The music was classy when it needed to be and tons of fun as the night lightened up. David and team were also a lot of fun to work with. Jeff Sanders was our main point of contact the night of and he did a fantastic job infusing many of our requests into the evening. We also decided to extend on short notice and they were very flexible in that regard.

09/25/2014

Taylor and Josh Clearfield

professionalism and enthusiasm are unparalleled

"David and the band ROCKED our wedding. They made planning the program easy and brought the funk to the reception. They played a great mix of music and had everyone dancing all night. Their professionalism and enthusiasm are unparalleled, and we'd recommend them to anyone planning a wedding or event."

09/23/2014

Colleen and Kevin Chandler

professional, exciting, and unforgettable!

David is hands down the best wedding band in Chicago! I am a musician and wanted a band that truly knew how to perform in any space and make it sound great and David's band absolutely accomplishes that. David played at my sister's wedding and I was so impressed with the band's sound and their customizable playlist. I knew that when I got married I needed to have them at my wedding. David really got to know our music preferences and about who we are, making our wedding reception unique and unforgettable. When it was time for the reception to end we basically had no choice but to hire them for overtime because everyone was still on the dance floor, including me and my husband! It was totally worth it and made our night even more special! David's band learned some songs that weren't on his playlist just for us and I even got to dance with some of the brass players and vocalists who worked the crowd and were out on the floor with our guests! Overalll the experience with David was professional, exciting, and unforgettable! Thanks David!

09/21/2014

Lindsay and Alex Crofts

David surpassed even our very high expectations

When we were first looking for a band for our wedding, we knew immediately that we wanted David Rothstein. Ultimately, we decided to go with a different band because they cost half as much. When Connexion breached the contract and told us we should cancel just twelve days before the wedding, we turned to David and he helped us out. From the day we hired him to the day they played, David was nothing but professional, efficient, and helpful. He made everything we wanted happen, including learning our first dance song (I repeat) TWELVE DAYS before the wedding. They took time to get to know us as a couple and we had no fear going i to the wedding day. At my wedding, we got countless compliments on the band. Everyone said they had no idea wedding bands could be this good, including one of my very picky musician friends. Their choice of music was spot-on, even starting a conga line that got everyone including my 80-year-old great aunt up and dancing. And I hate conga lines! But I had to confess, that was one of the highlights of the evening in the end. David warned us when we didn't hire him the first time that we would come to regret it. I do think that the reasons why we came to regret it were unforeseeable and still totally unbelievable, and I also still think the cost is too much. But ultimately, when we were backed into a corner and felt like we were out of options, David surpassed even our very high expectations. Everyone is going to remember the dancing at our wedding-- even though the venue (the Field Museum) is not at all acoustic-friendly. I firmly believe that no Chicago band has a better sound. Thank you David!"

09/19/2014

Elaine Mickel

Exceeded all our expectations

Thanks to you and all the musicians for making David & Alyson's wedding day special. From the classical music during the ceremony to the jazz trio during the cocktail hour and the full orchestra for dancing, we and our guests were delighted, entertained and impressed. The hora was fantastic, you kept it going and going and going, just as we wanted. The groom is a musician, as am I. He carefully vetted your group and assured me that you were the best in Chicago. We had many musicians among our guests and the music was of paramount importance to us. You exceeded all our expectations with the quality of the musicians, the music selections and your ability to fill the room with sound and energy without being too loud for conversation and the comfort of our guests of all ages. That is an unusual talent!
Thanks to all of you.

09/14/2014

Sara Zwickl - Mother of The Groom

took time to get to know us

Dave and the band not only listened to absolutely everything we wanted but took the extra time to get to know us as more than a client and instead as a lifelong friend. We love you guys and were truly lucky to have you with us on our big day!

09/08/2014

Sarah and Edmund Park

made us feel like we were long time friends

Very friendly and professional! David made us feel like we were long time friends from the beginning. His suggestions were very helpful and he made us feel very comfortable navigating our way through all the craziness of wedding planning! We had soo many positive reviews from everyone at the wedding. The band had great energy and you could tell they really love what they do. I wouldn't think about using any other band for your wedding!!!

09/09/2014

Julie and Tom Vlahos

absolutely great!!

Weddings are not cheap, but when my wife and I sat down and started to discuss what was most important to us on our big day, it was very simple - the venue and a fantastic band that would keep the party going throughout the night and was so good that nobody would want to leave the dance floor. When we began the process of looking at various bands, there were a lot of people that didn't understand the business side of the deal, nor did they want to be involved once the contract was signed. Well, David Rothstein was quite the opposite; he was a true professional in every sense of the word, was extremely thorough and wanted to take the time to have conference calls, return emails promptly and make sure every detail was perfect for us. After all of the build up and the big day was upon us, I can honestly say that we had nothing to worry about. We told David what we wanted and didn't want and he made sure that everything was followed to a T. Personally, I have probably been to more weddings than most and there are probably only a handful of times when someone actually remembers who the band is, but rarely do people go out of their way to say how great the band was. I have never heard so many raving reviews about a band and it goes to show how absolutely great they were and are! Each and every one of the band members sounded better than the videos online and if you don't believe me, go see them perform before signing. I promise you won't be disappointed! To every member of DRM - Thank you again for making our day so incredible!

09/05/2014

Debbie and Scott Sears

BEST WEDDING BAND PEOPLE HAD EVER HEARD

"We had David Rothstein Band for our wedding 7/12/14 and they were absolutely amazing!! All 250 of our guests were on the dance floor the entire night! Even my grandparents were dancing to song after song. After the wedding, I kept getting comments that we had the best wedding band people had ever heard. David was extremely easy to get in touch with throughout the wedding planning process. He was also able to accommodate any and all requests that we made. The band was worth every penny and I hope that I will be lucky enough to be at a wedding where they play in the future!!"

08/20/2014

Ali and Braden Turner

Band was Unbelievable!

My son wanted David's Band and did whatever he had to get it. I have been to a ton of weddings and never heard of the band and was a little concerned that he wanted him so badly. Was I in for a surpise! This band was unbelievable, they kept us on the dance floor the entire night!! They played all the music that we wanted! David Rothstein Music is not only incredible, but he is an incredible person. I left my speech in my hotel room. I told David, not to call on me. He said that wasn't an option and went to all lengths to make sure I had my speech. I don't know anybody else, who would go out of there way to make that happen.

07/30/2014

Carole Sears - Mother of the Groom

extremely flexible

Our wedding was so much fun! And it had a lot to do with the David Rothstein Band! They kept the high energy going all night long. The best part of the whole reception was when they came onto the dance floor and sang and danced with the guests during "Shout". The band is extremely flexible. One of our best friends is a signer and we wanted her to sing our first dance song. David Rothstein didn't even hesitate when we asked if this was possible. He worked with us and her to make sure it happened properly, and it turned out perfectly. If you are lucky enough to grab the David Rothstein Band for your wedding, DO IT! Don't even hesitate. They will ensure that you have the exact reception you want.

08/17/2014

Morgan and Robert Parkinson

They made our wedding reception perfect

This band is GREAT! All throughout our planning process, David was so helpful. We were able to see him at another wedding before signing our contract which was awesome. He was always very responsive to my emails and we had a great meeting with him before the wedding. The day of we got so many compliments on the band, their energy and the singer. We did the song "All of Me" by John Legend as our first dance song and the singer sounded exactly like him, it was amazing! The band had such high energy and David as the emcee was great. We had a blast with them all night. We even donated our flowers at the end of the night to their "Share the Love" program. This band will not let you down! They made our wedding reception perfect. We cannot thank them enough for all they did!

08/01/2014

Ryne and Melissa Brackmann

dance floor packed with guests of all ages

Our wedding was such a blast! Our guests continue to rave about our reception, we even received thank you cards from our guests! David Rothstein and his band were an integral part of our entire event. We had the dance floor packed with guests of all ages and from many cultures. We could certainly recommend to anybody to have The David Rothstein Band for their event, worth every penny!

7/5/14

Steve and Yoona Mennen

Definitely Made the Night!

David Rothstein Music was fabulous! All of our guests repeatedly told us how wonderful our band was. The band definitely made the night. They played a great range of music and included some less known songs that we asked them to learn and play. They also did a phenomenal job with our first dance song and were willing to shorten it and follow our lead as to when to end. Overall, excellent service, awesome night, and a band I will never forget!

6/12/13

Courtney and Max Courtney

Everyone Was Dancing Within Minutes

We hired David Rothstein music for our wedding in May. When I went to meet with David I felt like it was too good to be true. The prices were negotiable and he just seemed perfect!!! He was open to all of our ideas and song choices we had in mind. He was also great with advice when we weren’t sure what to play at certain moments in the night. After the meeting, we went on YouTube to listen to samples. Honestly, it’s hard to tell how good a band is online, so we were a little skeptical when we heard their sound. However, when the wedding day came and we heard the band live, it was truly amazing! To our amazement, people were getting up on the dance floor within minutes of the reception. They began with a great intro song by Marc Anthony that really pulled everyone onto the dance floor and let everyone loosen up before the night began. Throughout the night, our guests continuously told us how much fun they were having and how amazing the band was that we picked. They even asked for the band’s information for their future events. To this day, many of our friends and family still talk about the music they heard that day. If you’re looking for a band for your special wedding day, I would fully recommend the David Rothstein band!

6/5/14

Rebeca and Jeffrey Lyons

Exceeded our Expectations!

If you are torn by the decision of splurging on a band or not; all I can say is spend the money and HIRE THIS BAND! You will not be disappointed! My husband and I live in Atlanta, but were getting married in Chicago, Dave truly went out of his way to get to know us. Dave and his team are professional, organized, and take the time to get to know you as a couple, what your likes and dislikes are, and really work to customize your ceremony and reception music. During the evening Dave told our guests it would be the best wedding they had ever been to, and he was right! We actually got a thank you note from one of our guests telling us how awesome our wedding was! The dance floor was packed the entire evening, and Frank Sinatra singer was a great addition to the evening. Dave Rothstein exceeded our expectations and delivered a flawless, UNFORGETTABLE event that will be talked about for years to come! Thank you for a memorable event!

5/27/14

Melissa and Mike Mueller

Made Our Night Truly Spectacular!

THANK YOU – The David Rothstein Music Band made our night truly spectacular. We had an absolute blast, and our guests could not stop talking about how great you were, and how they had never heard a band play like that! Thank you so much for your patience and for the shoes signed by the guests, which were a great touch – it’s wonderful to have a physical reminder of both the band and all our guests. We hope you are well and that we’ll cross paths again at some point. Thanks again, and happy spring! We greatly appreciated you donating the flowers to those who could appreciate them — what a wonderful way to give back!

04/29/14

Julia and Josh Wood

Everyone Was Raving The Next Day!

David Rothstein is the BEST!!!! We are so happy we selected this band for our February 8th Wedding. We knew they would be a hit based off of other reviews, and they truly were amazing!
From our first inquiry, to the day of the wedding, they were easy and fun to work with. We were even able to meet with David in person to go over final details for our wedding to make sure that everything would be perfect, and it was!
Everyone was on the dance floor, from early in the night to the final song. David has a way to get everyone involved no matter the age but also was able to keep things current by playing "new" and "trending" songs and not just your typical "wedding music". We enjoyed our wedding night so much as did all of our guests. Everyone was raving the next day at brunch and even weeks later when we would look at pictures or talk about the wedding reception.
Selecting a band for our wedding was the most important thing to us in the planning process. I can assure you if you book David Rothstein Band you will not regret it and your wedding will be the best night of your life! We LOVED them and they made our wedding amazing and truly unforgettable! Thank you DRB!!!

04/10/14

Aubrey and Matt Loria

We were blown away!

From start to finish David was pretty much the coordinator of events the night of our wedding. The first time I spoke with him over the phone I knew David was the guy for the job, he was so accommodating and helpful the entire time planning our wedding. David was always available to us for any questions, concerns of suggestions. We met with him twice, & he made us feel very comfortable and at ease with the choice that we made. I was very excited leading up to our wedding because of the amazing videos I saw, and my first hand experience with David. We were blown away by the intimacy David & his band brought to our wedding. My husband and I love Elvis Presley- Graceland's front steps is where my husband proposed to me. David had purchased a stand up cut out of Elvis (that also talked) to have all of our guests sign, along with a very unique Elvis PEZ dispenser. He helped us recreate the Entrance Song that Elvis played prior to every concert he performed in the 70's, which was our entrance song at our reception. To our surprise the band played an awesome Elvis Medley toward the end of the night. He really takes the time to get to know the bride and groom and it shows the night of the wedding. Overall, our guests and us were left speechless when the night was over. Anything I needed that night, David made it happen. Everyone loved how interactive the band was playing instruments on the dance floor and including the crowd in many of the songs choruses. I have pictures of my husband holding the Mic and singing with the lead singer-it doesn't get any cooler than that! We have heard many compliments from our guests but our favorites have been "Your wedding ruined it for any other wedding I will ever go to", "Nothing compares to this" and "I do not remember the last time I danced the entire night at a wedding"! Exactly what we were looking for and I am sure you are too! Even my grandfather's only living sibling was out there dancing with her walker!

02/27/14

Lisa and Dominic Maglione

Talented, high energy, and professional

Our wedding was over 6 months ago and people are still talking about how much fun they had. The common denominator in everyone's praise is the band. It is tough to beat an 11 piece band (with a horn section!), but particularly one that is this musically talented, high energy, and professional. Literally everyone was dancing all night, even the 80 year-olds. They also took their hosting duty that night incredibly seriously and were spot on. If we were to do it all again, there is no question we would use David. Honestly made the night.

01/27/14

Sarah and Kalen Rimar

People are still talking about the band

Our wedding was almost two months ago and people are STILL talking about how great the band was! We had a large wedding and it could not have gone better. Thank you David Rothstein Music!

01/03/14

Bridget and Mike Marneris

Truly of out this world!

David and his guys made us confident from our first meeting until the day before the wedding that we were going to have a party to remember and we couldn't have been happier with their performance. The bands' energy electrified the room from start to finish and they even improvised to let the groom perform his favorite song. We would recommend the band to anyone who is looking for a memorable party where the dance floor was always full and the energy was truly out of this world.

01/02/14

Jessica and Dom Pellegrini

CLASS AND PROFESSIONALISM

Thank you David! The orchestra was FABULOUS! All the guests that attended Kara and Dave's wedding at Fulton's on the River, September 7th, are giving raving reviews. You and your orchestra brought class and professionalism along with the best music to get everyone in the groove. People who never danced were dancing. Thank you, again!

12/27/2013

Patti McNally - Mother of the Bride

Outstanding Customer Service!

We could not have been happier with the service that we received from David Rothstein Music. As anybody knows planning a wedding, music is a big part. We found out first hand that having the right music and entertainment can make the biggest difference for a wedding reception. Having David and his band at our wedding was easily one of the best decisions that we made. Our guests young and old constantly tell us how awesome our wedding was and how much they enjoyed the band and live music. We would highly recommend David Rothstein and his band. Most bride and grooms will tell you that their wedding was unforgettable; because of David and his group ALL of our guests will tell you that OUR wedding was unforgettable. In our experience communication was so on point that I've honestly used David as an example of what I'd like my staff to emulate from a customer service standpoint (in a total unrelated business and industry). If David Rothstein wrote a book on customer service, organization, and communication, I would buy it in a heartbeat--I would actually buy several copies for my staff. Kristin, my now wife, found David to be a HUGE source of comfort in the planning of our wedding. For us, the biggest stress was spending as much as we did on the music component of our reception -- it was the best decision we made easily. And what David told us from the beginning was true -- that we were buying into an experience and not just music.

12/17/13

Kristin and Dave Tarrant

Loved all the Personal Touches!

Thank you for making our wedding a night everyone will remember. We could have not asked for a better band! You had the floor packed the whole night and knew just what songs to play! We loved all the personal touches that made the night even more special! David was so easy to work with and we loved how he really gets to know you as a couple. We will be recommending him to all our friends with upcoming weddings. Thank you once again for making those shy guests who don't usually dance shake it on the dance floor:)

12/16/13

Kara and David Jordan

They Completely Nailed It!

Wow!!! We hosted a nontraditional style of a wedding on a farm fifty miles west of Chicago. We have to be David's most complicated client yet. We had requests from Johnny Cash to instrumentals from the "Last of the Mohicans". They completely nailed it. The live interaction and improvisation of the band displayed was something never imagined. Our guests are still asking for info and contacts for this band. I, (the groom) asked David to have his band learn a song that I could sing with and I truly believe it was over the top, because I'm still hearing about it. Bottom line, weddings are very difficult. If you invest in pure quality music and dinner you are sure to not disappoint. If you are unsure about music, at least look at their footage, its no joke. This band will make it happen, I promise.

11/21/13

Nora and Brian Curtin

He Let Us Relax and Enjoy the Evening

Just wanted to say THANKS to the wonderful job your band did at our daughters wedding. The dance floor was always packed... even before dinner! We loved how the band just took over and let us relax and enjoy the evening. All our guests commented on how awesome our reception was. If anyone wants a referral... you are more than welcome to have them call me!! Thanks again for making this a memorable wedding for not only our daughter and her new husband... but for all who attended!! Lisa Flueckiger

11/16/13

Lisa Flueckiger

Absolutely Fantastic!

David and his band played for my daughter's wedding and were absolutely fantastic. They kept the reception moving and the dance floor full from the first song to the last. Till today, a month after the wedding, we are still receiving telephone calls, text messages and emails saying how great the wedding and entertainment was. David and his band worked extremely hard to keep our guests entertained. I would highly recommend the David Rothstein Band to anybody who is planning on having live music at their wedding reception.

11/05/13

Anthony Gradys - Father of the Bride

dance floor packed all night

Amazing, high energy, professional and fun are just a few words to describe the David Rothstein Band. They did such an incredible job and guests are still talking about how great they were. They had the dance floor packed all night long and did this special dance that really engaged every single guest in attendance. They made the night so memorable for us and our guests and highly recommend this Band to any bride and groom to be.

11/01/13

Lauren and David Hyde

High Energy and Professional Band!!

An absolutely wonderful band that thoroughly engages you and your guests resulting in a packed dance floor all night long. Booked this band without even listening to them live. David's personality, professionalism and high energy sold us. David and his band had guests at my wedding dancing more than I have never seen dance at a single wedding that I have been to. The musicians are incredible talented and come to the dance floor to engage your guests. If you are looking for a high energy and professional band for your wedding don't hesitate to reserve David. He will make your night a very memorable one that no one will ever forget. 3 weeks later I am till hearing how much fun guests had at our reception!

10/31/13

Krysten and Michael Alroy

Music Was Outstanding!

The David Rothstein Band made this special and once in a lifetime occasion very memorable and truly enjoyable. The band was very professional, the music was outstanding and they exuded class the entire evening!

10/26/13

Francine Gillespie

Dancing the Entire Night!!

We had the 10 piece orchestra for our wedding reception and the classical trio for our wedding in September 2013. David was great to work with and made sure that every detail was talked about and accounted for. The classical trio played beautifully during the wedding ceremony and they made it easy to pick out music with the help of their website. The band is extremely talented and had all of our guests up and dancing the entire night. They were able to play a variety of music that everyone could enjoy. None of the guests were ready to leave when they finished their last song and actually chanted ONE MORE SONG when they were finishing up for the night. Definitely a lot more pricey than a DJ but well worth it, everyone was talking about how it was the best wedding they had ever attended!

10/07/13

Stefanie and Carson Cornelius

Guests Were Constantly Dancing!

We could not have been happier with David Rothstein Music! The band was amazing and sounded just like the original artist of the songs. Our guests were constantly dancing! We are still hearing how much everyone enjoyed the band! David Rothstein Music was one of the best decisions we made!

10/03/13

Leigh and Nate Parks

Got the Crowd Involved!

David Rothstein Band performed at my friend's wedding in Chicago. They were excellent! They did a great job playing hits that everyone could dance to. The lead singer and MC personalized the event by allowing the groom to sing and getting the crowd involved by having us perform dance moves for the bride and groom. We had such a great time!

09/27/13

Megan Schiller

Band Played Everything!

We had David Rothstein's band play at our wedding and it was fantastic! I have never heard a wedding band as good as them and they made our special day extremely classy and unforgettable. We have gotten so many compliments on the band and what a great night it was for our guests. They could play anything and everything, and their cover songs sounded as if the real band that wrote the songs was playing them. From the ceremony quartet, to the reception, their music kept the night moving and our guests impressed and extremely happy. It was so much more than just 4 people with a couple of guitars and a drum set. It was an entire band with a horn section, a couple of different vocalists and many other people to contribute. I couldn't even count how many members there were. In the words of many of our guests, it was the best wedding that most of them had been at and David Rothstein band was the main reason! If you can get them to play your venue, it will be well worth it!

09/26/13

Bret and Carly Wojcik

They Were AMAZING!

David Rothstein Music was the best wedding band ever to play at my friend's wedding. I've heard them before at a charity event and they were amazing! At my friend's wedding all of the Top 40 songs were great and kept everyone on the dance floor. The group dances were so much fun and the band kept all of the guests engaged and dancing! The wedding felt so personalized for my friends and was all of the music we love. Without question, when I get married they will be my band!!!! Love them

09/23/13

David Shiller

Couldn’t Stay Off the Dance Floor

Couldn't have picked a better band for our wedding! They were great! Everyone loved them. I couldn't stay off the dance floor. If you want a wedding where your guest will remember the band then this is the band to pick!

09/23/13

Scott and Julie Weiss

Great to Work With!

I can't say anything but great things about David Rothstein Music. The band was the best wedding band! I couldn't keep myself off the dance floor. David is great to work with and took care of everything for us during the wedding. If I had to go back and choose a band I wouldn't hesitate to sign them again.

09/21/13

Beth and Randy Lowe

Dancing from Grannies to Kids!

David Rothstein Music was off the hook! They made the whole crowd dance- from the grannies to the kids! The range and talent of the band is amazing! It was the best wedding band I've ever heard and the only wedding where I was on the dance floor all night long!!!!

09/14/13

Tracy Hoyer

Amazing-EXCEEDED All Expectations!

David Rothstein Music was the absolute best part of our wedding. As an obsessive bride wanting everything to be in its place and go just right, David was a Godsend: professional, personable, and ORGANIZED! I did not worry for a second about the flow of the evening...and it went absolutely perfectly. David took care of everything to my total satisfaction. Honestly, guests will forget what the flowers looked like or what type of tie you had on the chair bows. They will NOT forget how much fun they had at your wedding. During the dancing between courses, my family told me they wanted to totally skip the rest of the courses, not eat, and just dance. EVERYONE was on the dance floor having a blast, and Steve even came out in the middle of the dance floor and sang with all my ushers-hilarious and a blast for everyone. If there was one piece of advice I would give to another bride, it would be to hire David Rothstein Music. There is NOT another band with as much talent or energy or GUARANTEE to make your wedding night the time of your life.

08/15/13

Caitlin and Brad Abel

Blown Away!!

Blown Away!! If you are searching for a band...stop. We hired David Rothstein for our daughter's wedding and it was the best decision. They are energetic, fun and sound amazing. The dance floor was packed the entire night. I cannot recommend David Rothstein enough! David as the MC was perfect. The night was perfect!

08/07/13

Nancy and Scott Tyler

The Best Band Ever!!

We hired DRM for our daughter's wedding at the Museum of Science and Industry. I wanted a large band because the venue was so large. I expected guests would be exploring the exhibits and I hoped the music would carry. Surprising to us, some guests explored but the vast majority stayed and danced. In fact, the dance floor was still busy when the evening ended at 12:30 am.We got many compliments on "the best band ever". David was very easy and pleasant to work with. He is well known in the Chicago wedding scene and he gets along with everyone. Something else that really impressed us about David was that he takes any unwanted flowers to distribute at senior citizen residences. The flowers aren't wasted and they make some seniors very happy. A win-win for all!

08/04/13

Jennifer Mansfield

Vocalists Blew Us Away!!

We loved this band! Came recommended by a friend and we were not disappointed. Steve and Kim really blew us away with their vocals, and they knew just what to play to get the crowd going. We got a lot of compliments from guests of all ages who found something to love. Very responsive and easy to work with from start to finish!

07/29/13

Brian and Megan Ellis

Makes Great Suggestions!!

AMAZING! The David Rothstein Band made our wedding simply AMAZING! My then fiance Mark and I wanted a big band sound with horns - I came across David's website online, filled out the required info, and David called me within a few hours the SAME day. We were sold! David is a true professional - he works with you, listens to you, makes great suggestions, and takes care of every detail so that you and your future husband can enjoy your wedding. You and your guests will be dancing the entire time! The band and the singers are amazing - some of the best we have ever heard. A few of our guests were a bit doubtful when we told them we were having a band but once they heard them, they were pleasantly surprised and danced the entire time. There really is no reason to look at other bands - once you meet David, you'll quickly learn that you are dealing with the best in the biz. Definitely money well spent and we will forever be talking about how special they made our perfect day.

07/20/13

Maureen and Mark Moran

EVERY SONG WAS A HIT!

All our guests raved about the David Rothstein Band!! The musicians are excellent. Every song was a hit! The dance floor was filled to the brim. Guests began dancing the minute they entered the room until the band stopped at mid-night. David Rothstein also provided music for the ceremony - a classical trio - and a jazz trio for cocktail hour. It was all top notch and professionally done, and set the mood and tone for a spectacular evening, and a wedding our friends and family are still talking about!!!

07/18/13

Alexis and David Chandler

THE ENERGY WAS PERFECT!

I would 100% book them again. All the music was fantastic. The energy the entire evening was perfect!

07/15/13

Sarah and Kalen Rimar

Really Got to Know Us As a Couple!

David was such a pleasure to work with right from the beginning. He really got to know us as a couple and what kind of music we liked and was able to put together the perfect songs at the right time during the whole night. They even decided to play a special song for our flower girls who danced the entire night! Everyone in the band is so talented, our guests haven't stopped talking about how awesome they were since the event! We were also so happy to donate all of our flowers to David's flower donation program. It seemed like such a waste to only use them for one night, we think it's such a wonderful idea of his to send them to the nearest nursing home to bring smiles to others! We highly recommend David and his band to anyone throwing a party that wants their guests to get up and dance all night long!!

07/12/13

Jen and Chad Nabler

Dance Floor Was Filled!

All our guests raved about the David Rothstein Band!! The musicians are excellent. Every song was a hit! The dance floor was filled to the brim. Guests began dancing the minute they entered the room until the band stopped at mid-night. David Rothstein also provided music for the ceremony - a classical trio - and a jazz trio for cocktail hour. It was all top notch and professionally done, and set the mood and tone for a spectacular evening, and a wedding our friends and family are still talking about!!!

07/10/13

Maureen and James McQuaid

Awesome and Accommodating!

Awesome! Energetic! Accommodating! David Rothstein Band DELIVERS! We had many special requests for the band- including learning our favorite blue grass song for our ceremony, bringing in extra band members to play particular string instruments, accommodating a wild HOUR LONG HORA with an extra Hebrew singer, among other things! We were very particular about the songs on our "do not play list" and the band listened! Our dance floor was packed the entire time and David Rothstein lead a really fun interactive dance toward the end of the night that we loved and my friends loved- people are still talking about our party and the band 4 months out! Thank you DRB!!!!!!

07/08/13

Jodi and Avram Fraint

Your Band Rocked the Night!

Thank you so much for making our wedding such a blast. People LOVED the band and you! We will recommend you to as many people as possible. Your band rocked the night, you sure know how to get the crowd going. We can't thank you enough for all your hard work!

06/26/13

Alexys and David Chandler

All Our Guests Raved!!

All our guests raved about the David Rothstein Band!! The musicians are excellent. Every song was a hit! The dance floor was filled to the brim. Guests began dancing the minute they entered the room until the band stopped at mid-night. David Rothstein also provided music for the ceremony - a classical trio - and a jazz trio for cocktail hour. It was all top notch and professionally done, and set the mood and tone for a spectacular evening, and a wedding our friends and family are still talking about!!!

05/24/13

Melinda Bern

The Single Best Investment!

David and his band were without a doubt the single best investment we made in our wedding day. The dance floor was 100% full the entire reception. The music, energy and overall flawless production this band delivers is absolutely worth the money. I can't count the number of times I have heard " you had the most fun wedding I have ever been to". At the end of the day no one really remembers the food, the flowers, the bar (unless there isn't one) or anything else except - "Did I have a good time"? Having this band play your wedding is one way to make sure when you and everyone else look back at your wedding day, the answer to that question is ABSOLUTELY YES!!!!

04/09/13

Sarah and Andrew Suma

Really Blew Everyone Away!

My husband and I got married about three months ago in Chicago. We hired David Rothstein and his band to play at our wedding. I really think we could not have made a better choice. They are so talented and they really blew everyone away. They engaged the crowd, played all the music we asked them to play, and even surprised us with some songs we thought would be too challenging to play under short notice.
One of the best memories from our wedding actually stems from the band and their flexibility. My husband's grandfather loves to sing and he asked if he could sing a song with the band. He sang Embraceable You by Frank Sinatra. Everyone was in tears. It was a very emotional moment. A month later he passed away suddenly and I cannot tell you what having that memory means to us and his family who got to see him light up the room one last time.
They were awesome!

03/07/13

Megan and Ryan Lapelle

LOVED The Variety!

It's been three months & Ryan and I are still hearing about how amazing our band was!! We had the best time & are guests had even more fun. We LOVED the energy and variety of the band!!!

02/04/13

Elizabeth and Ryan Portrey

People Went WILD!!

Outstanding Band!!!! When planning our wedding we knew that the band was our top priority. After listening to several options it was very clear that David Rothstein was the choice for us. We booked the 11 piece orchestra and David took care of the rest. Our dance floor was packed all night and David was full of surprises. The band interacted with our guests and kept the vibe lively and upbeat. People went WILD when the horns came out onto the dance floor, just another bonus. We are huge Bears fans so David had Mike Ditka send us a special video message which was played during dinner- a fantastic surprise. David is a true professional and expert. We did not worry about a thing throughout the entire evening as David made sure that all of our guests enjoyed themselves. Everyone that I have talked to since our wedding on 12-8-12 has not stopped complimenting DRM. They are truly AMAZING and we cannot thank him enough for making our wedding a huge success!!

01/29/13

Dina and Carter Lamberson

Kept the Energy Going All Night!

A wedding band was an absolute must for my husband and I. As soon as we got engaged we began researching bands & asking for recommendations. We narrowed it down to four different bands, requested a lot of information and spent a decent amount of time watching you tube videos and listening to demos. We finally decided on the David Rothstein Band because we loved the energy we saw in their videos. We scheduled a meeting with David, and he walked us through his website, showed us a few videos and discussed the entire process.

We loved that David ran the whole show, and that was a big deciding factor in choosing DRM. DRM was absolutely wonderful. Our cocktail hour music was perfect, and when the doors opened for all of our guests to enter, it was amazing to hear a 10 piece orchestra playing live. We had no doubt that our dance floor would be packed all night but David did a great job of keeping the momentum up and bringing people back to the dance floor.

David pretty much ran the entire show the night of our wedding, and kept everything on schedule and running smoothly (which is exactly what we hoped for when we hired him). I would highly recommend David Rothstein Music to anyone looking for a great band.

12/31/12

Julie and Patrick Shannon

We Highly Recommended Him!!

"David and his Band were incredibly professional and kept our guest entertained throughout dinner and dancing. He also gave it a very personal touch and we highly recommend him! We vetted several bands and David and his Band were by far the coolest!"

12/16/12

Meghan and Michael Murphy

David was Personable and Involved!

"David and his band provided us with our wedding processional and recessional music at the church, jazz music at our cocktail hour, Frank Sinatra cover at our reception and the general music at our reception. We loved every minute of our wedding and we owe a lot of that to David and his band. He was great as the MC and the band was simply amazing. They got the crowd dancing in no time and kept everyone up there for the vast majority of the night. We loved how personable and involved David was with our day, especially when it came to accomodating our specific wants. Definitely a great band!"

11/28/12

Stephanie and Joe Luzio

Loved All of the Extra Touches!

"We were very pleased with the energy and fun that David Rothstein Music added to our wedding. From the lovely music during the cocktail reception to the high-energy tunes that kept everyone on the dance floor, our guests explained it best--the band rocked! We are big R&B lovers, and we had all of favorite tunes. David worked with us to identify the playlist, and the guests loved all of the extra touches like the tribute to Michael Jackson!"

11/27/12

Terri and Art Norman

A Raucous and Intimate Evening!

"Perfection! Our wedding guests were from four different areas of our lives, two families that did not know each other, ages from 9 to 89. Social and economic diversity was broad. This is not an easy group to entertain. David was a master. 100 guests appropriately felt like 300 at times and 10 at others providing both a raucous and intimate evening. It was beyond expectations which is the true test of a professional."

11/27/12

Theresa and Gary Wagner

David Really Cared About Us!

"Best Band Ever! The David Rothstein Orchestra is amazing. My husband was hesitant about hiring a band initially, but after said it was one of the best decisions we made. David was really great about working with us throughout the whole wedding planning process. We had a few family traditions and special favors we wanted included in the night and he was really accomodating to our requests. He also made really good suggestions about how to keep the energy going during the night. And the night of our wedding was just great.

The band is great - they sound great, are fun, have a ton of energy and get everyone excited to be out dancing. So many people came up to us after and told us how great the band was. There is also another thing that stands out about working with David. He really cares about what he does and you having a good time & it shows. He knew we liked to cook and had all our guests sign this huge bowl for cooking. We had such a great time at our wedding and so glad David Rothstein Orchestra played."

10/30/12

Blanca and Mike Dobbins

Everything I Ever Wanted!

"Amazing! How do you express in words something that made your wedding so special. My husband and I had David's musicians at both our wedding ceremony and the reception. It took me a long time to convince my husband that David's band was the way to go, and a DJ could never compare. It is worth the investment! David and his team were so accommodating and flexible and patient.

By far the hardest thing for me (because I am not the least bit musically inclined or knowledgable) was picking the ceremony music, so I turned the decisions over to my father-in-law. Alex (who directed the musicians at the ceremony) was very helpful with suggestions and spent a lot of time talking to my father-in-law about the details of the ceremony music. It could not have been more perfect. They worked in perfect harmony with the organist at our church, it was beautiful.

As for the reception, my husband and I had total confidence in David to pick the write music for the moment at the reception, so we simply told him songs we did not want, and left the rest up to him. We had chosen two songs to be played from iTunes and David was able to accommodate that and make the music transition seamless.

I spent nearly all night on the dance floor with all my guests (of course the floor was always packed), even my 80 year old grandfather with Parkinson's got out on the dance floor. Such priceless moments like that would never had happened without David. He interacted with my guests, who of course loved him, and danced with my Mom and step-mom (both of them were just tickled). David even coordinated with my brother-in-law to sing a song by the Bee-Gees, it was so much fun. I can honestly say that it absolutely made my wedding everything I ever wanted. I could not have asked for more. Thank you so much David."

10/30/12

Jessica and Tim Gorzkowski

David Made Everything Run So Smoothly!

"We are so happy that we chose David Rothstein Music for our wedding. Unlike other bands that we looked into, DRM was willing to work directly with our reception hall so we didn’t have to. Even though our reception was several hours away from Chicago, David made everything run so smoothly. Not only was the music amazing, but David and his talented musicians had everyone up and having fun on the dance floor. So many of our guests told us that it was the most fun they have ever had at a wedding and we are still getting compliments months later. No matter what we had for entertainment we were going to remember the night forever, but David Rothstein Music made our reception a night that everyone there will remember forever."

10/29/12

Stephanie and Rick Herian

Music Selection Process Was Easy!

"One of the definite "musts" for our wedding was a great band and a great dance party. We searched a number of Chicago bands and decided to go with DRM and could not be happier with our decision. David assured me that the band was amazing and that they would keep our guests dancing all night and he was absolutely right! Our wedding set up was somewhat nontraditional, but Jeff Sanders worked closely with us to figure out the best setup and a rocking dance party ensued. DRM was also very helpful in the planning process and made our wedding and reception music selection process a breeze. Definitely check out this band, you wont be upset."

10/29/12

Hailey and Andrew Mutz

SO Many Compliments on the Band!

"David Rothstein Music came recommended to us by one of our bridesmaid's sisters. She had nothing but great things to say about her own experience with them. We agree! From the start David's organization and package detail was helpful in deciding what we needed for the night of our wedding. Jeff was our band leader the night of and we had an excellent time with him. He kept the night moving but never made us feel like we were being rushed from one thing to another. Additionally, he learned a few Phish songs which he and the band played during our dinner (my husband's favorite band). This helped add just a little personal touch to our celebration. We received SO many compliments on the band in the weeks following our wedding. All of our guests had a GREAT time. Thank you David, Jeff and all the band members for a memorable night!"

10/28/12

Amanda and Drew Stephen

I DO NOT DANCE! I did at this wedding!

"If I could score DRM above 5 Stars, I would! I was the Maid of Honor at my best friend's wedding. When she decided against a DJ I was a little worried. How upbeat and request friendly could a live band be? Not only was I wrong (which never happens) but I was WAY WRONG!! DRM was better than any DJ could have ever been. They played a variety of music, took requests, and kept the party going. David was on the floor with us from start to finish. He assisted in the speeches, kept us from being nervous, gave us an awesome entrance, and had some fun group numbers to do that made the entire wedding feel like we were not just a number on his schedule. The Best Man's speech was very involved and needed participation from guests. Not only did the guests participate, but so did the band. They were great sports. David purchased a Sox jersey for the bride and groom and had everyone at the reception sign it for them. DRM made everything so personal, like they were just more friends there to celebrate, but with more talent then the rest of us. And a little secret, I DO NOT DANCE! I did at this wedding. I don't think I sat down once actually. Stop looking for your event entertainment, you just found them!"

10/18/2012

Mary Flaws Hennessy

Amazing Service, Amazing Music!

"My husband and I had always said the one thing we wanted at our wedding was a live band, and a full dance floor all night. We met with and researched a lot of different Chicago based bands, but something was different about DRM, something that made him stand out from the other bands we considered.

After meeting with David for the first time, my husband and I left with a huge sense of confidence that if we hired him, our wedding would be flawless and we wouldn't have to worry about a thing. Not to mention, our guests would have an absolute blast, and our wedding would be "that wedding" that people talk about 10 years from now as the best wedding they've ever been to. DRM did not disappoint.

David ran the entire show from beginning to end. He made sure the entire bridal party was lined up for introductions, ensured all toasts were in order and on time; even made sure to have a glass of non-alcoholic champagne waiting to hand my father immediately following his toast (since he doesn't drink alcohol). Knowing that David was in charge was a huge relief and allowed me to relax and enjoy our special day.

In addition to the organizational side of things, the band was amazing. I have never been to a wedding that the entire dance floor was so packed I had to literally fight to get one foot on the dance floor...and this was before dinner ever started! Our guests had such a good time, and throughout the night people kept coming up to me telling me how awesome our wedding was and how much fun they were having.

The lead singer had a beautiful voice. I didn't know how well our first dance song would sound live (vs. just playing it on an ipod), but it was wonderful. Even though we griped about the high investment associated with DRM, looking back, it was well worth the investment and I have no regrets. I would highly recommend DRM if you are considering a band."

05/15/2015

Mandy and Tyler Rogers

He Truly Cares!

"David and his crew were amazing from start to finish. Within minutes of inquiring about his band through his website, I received a call from David himself explaining all that they offer. Once we booked them, he scheduled a meeting to get to know us, not just about our music tastes, but also about personal interests.

I've never had so many people comment on how great our band was and had multiple people mention it was by far the best band that they had ever heard. David also threw in personal surprise gifts throughout the night that made our night even that more memorable and special.

We had just went to Prague prior to the wedding and brought back crystal flutes to use at our wedding and as we were getting ready to sit down, a guest accidently bumped the table and they broke. David stopped what he was doing and ran over to make sure my wife was fine and not upset. It's the little things he does to make your experience the best - he truly cares!" Andrew & Jamie

10/09/12

Jaime and Andrew Knapp

Really Listened to What We Wanted!

"If you want a lasting memory - choose David Rothstein! Our main goal was to have a blast at our wedding and we really wanted to see our guests enjoy themselves... boy, did they ever! The band was so talented, well-rehearsed, fun and energetic! Our guests danced the entire evening and didn't want the party to end.

Aside from our wedding day, David was so responsive and very accommodating. He really listened to what we wanted and gave us his honest opinion. He assured us that everything would be taken care of and it was. He coordinated all of our vendors on the night of our wedding and really ran the show so we didn't have to!

It was so nice to have things handled and handled well without having to worry about someone or something. He really made the night special and we can't thank him and his team enough! BRAVO! P.S. If you hire David Rothstein - have them play SHOUT! That in itself is a memory you'll never forget! :-)"

10/27/2015

Katie and Scott Francis

Learned 13 Songs for Us!

"David Rothstein Band is truly everything that everyone keeps saying...look no further honestly!! From our first meeting with David to follow up emails to the venue walk through, we received complete professionalism and care to make our wedding the best night of our lives. The band learned 13 songs just for us and kept that dance floor on fire all night long. Jeff Sanders served as our band leader and he was pure perfection. We are forever grateful to DRB for making our wedding the party we were dreaming of."

09/30/12

Ashley and Rian O'Neil

Made Our Wedding Extra-Special!

"The David Rothstein Band played our wedding at the Allerton Hotel (Chicago, Illinois) in August 2012. We were extremely pleased and generally felt that they exceeded our expectations. When we first contracted the DRB, we were told that they would “keep the dance floor packed the entire time” and it was true: There wasn’t a minute when our dance floor didn’t have a lot of people enjoying themselves.

The DRB does a good job at reading the audience and deciding what to play (i.e. top forty, wedding dance favorites, oldies, Jewish ‘hora’ dance etc). We had the “10-piece orchestra” and felt that it made the wedding extra-special. We also hired the “Frank Sinatra singer” who was terrific and with whom everyone was impressed.

It is definitely one of the more expensive bands that you can hire for your wedding, but definitely worth the money. We received complements all night long and after the wedding regarding how great the band was. David, the band leader, is extremely easy to work with, well organized, and professional. We would definitely recommend the DRB to anyone who places a lot of importance on their wedding band!"

09/24/12

Charlene and Clifford Goss

Great Pro to Work With!

"David and his band are absolutely incredible! He is extremely profressional, fun and great to work with. We were hooked after our first time meeting with him. We are the ones in our friend group that throw the big parties - so we wanted a band that would get everyone dancing and having a good time. David made it happen! Having him for a live band instead of a DJ made a BIG difference in the atmosphere at a reception. Guests during and after the wedding repeatedly told us that it was the best wedding they had ever been to. Much of that is owed to David and his group. Highly recommended!"

09/22/12

Kathryn and Morgan Donovan

Great Reviews From All Our Guests!

"Jeff Sanders and your second band traveled to northern Michigan to help us celebrate and we could not be happier with their performance. David’s entire team was extremely compromising; doing everything from learning special songs, to working with our crazy schedule, to making last minute song choices changes, and even to letting some guests get on stage for a song or two!

The band was fantastic and it was an incredible experience to have the 10 piece orchestra jamming out to 200+ dancing guests under the stars was a dream come true for my wife and I. They even captured the “up north” vibe we were going for by bringing a boat cooler for everyone to sign. We have received nothing but great reviews from all of our guests and will never forget what an incredible event it was!"

09/19/12

Lisa and Patrick Burns

We Danced All Night!!

"Some phrases that come to mind when I think of the David Rothstein Orchestra are: 1. Service with a smile 2. Extremely professional 3. Talented from the start and well after the sale. David is enthusiastic, organized, and flexible. He truly loves what he does and it’s very evident. As the old saying goes, ‘Music makes the party’ and the David Rothstein Orchestra will definitely make your event special.

Frankly, my wife, Molly, and I were dealing with a different set of circumstances in planning our special day as my beloved father-in-law passed away six weeks prior to our Wedding day. My wife, myself, and our family are extremely positive and happy people. However, you can only imagine the challenges we had to face when a tragic event like that happens during such a joyous time in your life. At one point, we even contemplated a private ceremony at City Hall. But, as my courageous Mother-in-law said, ‘the show must go on’. So, she and my wife began planning.

Music is a very important part of our lives. But, it’s especially important to my wife. So, hiring the right band was critical. Molly and I cannot thank the David Rothstein Orchestra enough for the incredible performance that they put on at our Wedding.

David and his band members REALLY carried us through a bittersweet time. They really stuck to my wife’s music requests but were also able to make it personal for me by learning “Beardown Chicago Bears”, “Go Cubs Go”, and my personal favorite-letting me serenade my wife by allowing me to play lead guitar during our rendition of Oasis’ “Wonderwall”. Molly and I will never forget the magic of that evening and it was due in large part to our new friends at the David Rothstein Orchestra."

09/02/12

Molly and Tim Duet

DEFINITELY book this band!

Hiring DRM was by far the best decision we made during our wedding planning. The MOST important thing to me on my wedding day (besides getting married to my husband) was that our guests had A BLAST. I wanted a really good party, with everyone dancing. I can tell you that EVERYONE was dancing.

We wanted our photographer to go around the room and take pictures of everyone at their tables, but we never got those pictures because NO ONE was sitting at the tables. They were all on the dance floor instead! No complaints here! On your wedding day, there is so much going on, everything feels like a blur. The hours go by like seconds, there are so many people to see/talk to/spend time with, the whole day is suddenly over before you know it.

David Rothstein made the important moments really stand out for me. He was so much fun, so energetic while emceeing (but not over the top like some other emcees I’ve seen in the past), and really seemed to know my wedding as well as we did. He knew what was supposed to happen and when, and he made sure it happened. It was basically like having a wedding planner.

He also had so much advice for me on things I didn’t really know about. He really helped customize the reception in a way that made it complete awesomeness. Before the wedding day, we had several phone conversations and several emails back and forth going over what would happen on the wedding day so everyone felt prepared and knew what was going on. The beauty of it though, is that once we had that conversation, I didn’t have to worry about a thing. He took care of the rest.

I am seriously so happy that we went with his band. I don’t think my wedding would have been the same without him. DEFINITELY book this band. Don’t hesitate or sleep on it. Do it now. He books fast and for good reason. If you don’t get him for your wedding, you will be missing out! Our wedding was 2 months ago and we’re still getting phone calls from our guests about how fun it was.

08/23/12

Crystal and Alex Scott

Guests Couldn’t Stop Raving!

"David and his band recently provided the music for our wedding reception and it was incredible! The band sounded amazing and really knew how to get the crowd energized and keep them dancing all night long. David went above and beyond to make sure that the music perfectly matched our tastes and to get to know about us and our vision for the wedding. The Frank Sinatra singer was phenomenal and all the guests couldn’t stop raving about how great the band was!"

08/13/12

Laura and Ben Altman

Definitely Blown Away!

We want to thank DRM for helping us plan and accomplish the wedding of our dreams. We were first introduced to David Rothstein Music at my brother-in-law’s wedding back in 2007. At their wedding we were really impressed with how David created a great party atmosphere and really kept the dance floor packed throughout the night.

Fast forward to our engagement and we immediately knew that we wanted the David Rothstein band to perform at our wedding. We decided to book his full-11 piece orchestra and we were definitely blown away by the talent and professionalism of his musicians. From start to finish, we were very impressed with how David took the time to get to know us and how helpful he was in planning the ceremony and all of the music.

For our ceremony, we had a trio and it was beautiful; it really set the entire mood of the ceremony. Later in the evening, we were shocked when we walked into the reception hall and the band stands were decorated with up lighting. It really added to the atmosphere and it was an added detail that I really appreciated and enjoyed. David always went above and beyond and I really appreciated that he took time to personalize our experience. He knew that we love the show Arrested Development so he actually got us a show poster and had all our guests sign it! We really enjoyed it and can’t wait to hang it in our house.

Throughout our reception David kept the dance floor packed and we had an amazing time! I am still getting compliments from our guests saying that it was the best wedding that they ever attended. We highly recommend David Rothstein Music, and we are very happy that they played at our wedding!

08/02/12

Ashley and Adam Nuger

Unfaltering Energy and Excitement!

Phenomenal music and attention to detail!! From the very beginning of the planning process, David made us feel like friends. He truly got to know us and our likes/dislikes well beyond specific songs we wanted played and he mapped out the entire evening taking our input at every step.

On the day of our wedding, David acted as emcee which made the reception flow from music to special events almost seamlessly and gave us incredible piece of mind. We also did dancing between courses which let us go right into special dances after introductions and saved the entire post-dinner period for partying – I would recommend this despite the additional cost of having the full band present longer.

Don’t think twice about hiring this group. I haven’t even gone into the quality of musicians, their professionalism and interaction with guests. Suffice it to say that the dance floor was never empty and I am still getting comments about how people have never heard such a great wedding band. Thanks to David & co for providing unfaltering energy and excitement for our special day!

07/29/12

Kate and Bryan Cobb

Simply The Best!

"Simply The Best! We just wanted to thank David Rothstein Music for an amazing wedding. From the preparation before the big day, all the help and advice, and especially the music during the ceremony, cocktail, and reception; everything was simply amazing. David and his colleagues have made this entire process easy and worry free; we couldn’t be happier with everything. All our guests were on the dance floor all night, even those that normally don’t dance much. We would highly recommend DRM to anyone; you will not regret this decision."

07/20/12

Tina and Ian Laterreur

David is Incredibly Genuine!

“My fiance and I have attended several weddings this year, but one wedding truly stands out. Our friends who hired David Rothstein Music threw the most memorable event BY FAR. Three months later, we still refer to that night as the best wedding we have ever attended.

As soon as we entered the reception area, the band set the tone for the evening. The dance floor was packed after the salad course! There was a fabulous variety of music, and the energy remained upbeat the entire evening. All the guests literally shouted, “ONE MORE SONG. ONE MORE SONG,” at the end of the evening.

The next morning we relived the whole event! I am hoping to hire the band for my own wedding! David is incredibly genuine…not the cheesy wedding band leader you may picture. My fiance and I met with him last night and he really made us feel at ease. Using this band would feel like reassurance, we KNOW the evening would be UNBELIEVABLE!”

07/16/12

Joanna Hoguland

The ULTIMATE Dance Band!

"He assured me that they were amazing and that they would keep our guests dancing all night and he was absolutely right! People that I have never seen dance at countless weddings before wouldn’t leave the dance floor! We are still getting phone calls from people who weren’t even invited but heard about the band and want to book them for other events! You will be amazed at their talent and professionalism!!"

06/13/12

Natalie and Brian Schneider

BEST CHOICE!!

Thank you DRM for being so instrumental in creating our dream wedding at the W Lakeshore last month! Our guests are still raving about how personable, fun, and high-energy our wedding was. The dancefloor was packed and filled with smiles and laughter – what more could we ask for?! Those memories from that evening will always be treasured, thank you for being so attentive, professional, and for consistently going above and beyond our expectations. We cannot thank you enough!

04/17/12

Jessica and Shawn Olsen

OUTSTANDING!!!!

My husband and I got married in September at the Intercontinental Hotel and The David Rothstein Band played at our cocktail hour and reception. My dad and I researched other bands, and THIS WAS THE BAND TO HAVE.

We are still hearing from all the guests at our wedding that they had never seen so many people at a wedding on the dance floor, and we have this band to thank. David kept everything in order, and on time. He added many special touches that kept my husband and our guest surprised all night.

The interaction between the band, David and every guest there was incredible. Even my 86 year old grandmother was dancing the night away. This band is worth every penny, and we have them to thank for an incredible reception. Every instrument, singer, and musician is incredibly talented and on top of it they all seem to be having a blast. One of the best decisions we made for our wedding.

01/14/12

Jenna and Peter DeBord

WELL WORTH IT!!!

“The David Rothstein Band played at our wedding at the Intercontinental Chicago a few weeks ago, and they were absolutely magnificent! David was a brilliant emcee and leader. We, including our friends and family, had a fantastic time all throughout our wedding.

The transitions from our ceremony to the cocktail hour to dinner were flawless. The classical trio captured the solemnity of our wedding ceremony. The jazz trio during cocktail hour provided a great start to an awesome dinner party with their 10-piece orchestra. No matter what age bracket we belonged to, no matter what religion we believed in, no matter what our sexual orientations were, we were all together on the dance floor dancing the night away. It was a wonderful world.

We could not have asked for a more perfect evening. The music and the energy that David and his band had, provided us with a lot of love, fun, and beautiful memories: a truly unforgettable evening. We specifically enjoyed it when one of the singers came on to the dance floor and held the microphone out for certain individuals to sing, which eventually ended up to the whole dance floor singing the song.

We also enjoyed the dance game that David led where everybody participated. We saw everybody smiling and doing their moves. It was super fun and very touching to see all our loved ones enjoying themselves with the music. A lot of our guests called, texted, and emailed us and our parents to let us know that ours was the best wedding they’ve attended. Having David Rothstein Band play at our wedding was definitely one of the best choices we’ve made. We hope anyone reviewing this will make the same decision we made and choose the David Rothstein Band. We highly recommend them!”

12/27/11

Brian and Sherwin

My family highly recommends him!

“My parents and brother had David Rothstein perform at my brother’s recent reception at the Glen Club. David and his band were amazing! The jazz music was wonderful and lended a relaxing, jovial air helping to dissipate some of the tension and stress that sometimes arises during weddings :) .

“My whole family highly recommends him since he truly creates an unforgettable experience for which we’re truly grateful for. He played during cocktail hour and dinner with a smaller jazz band. Wiith his jovial, kind personality he was a great emcee as well making seemingly mundane announcements (ie. please turn your placecards over to assist the servers) much more interesting!

It was also such a sweet touch that he bought a plate for all the guests to sign so much brother and my new sister-in-law can sweetly remeber the event (a detail that we missed). My mum mentioned he was great to work with and when the full band arrived for the dance with its lively singers we truly enjoyed the music so much so that my parents that never danced at my wedding six years ago (I had a classical string quartet) were out on the dance floor.

Even though I’m five months pregnant, I couldn’t resist heading out either (even though I dread dancing!) or my husband with our four year old daughter! My uncle who had flown in just for the reception from India for a short 24 hour visit truly had a blast.”

12/20/11

Tani Sethy

HIRE HIM NOW!!!!

“Absolutely amazing!! My wife and I hired David to come play at our wedding and our wedding is still being talked about! We met David and he set up the entire night from beginning to end. Everyone one asked what side of the family David was on! He takes his work to heart and we are so happy we found him! He took the night and made all about my wife and I, he found out what we are about and translated that to a way that really hit home. HIRE HIM NOW!!!!”

12/16/11

Joe and Moira Massicotte

Rocking All Night!

“We recently got married and were having a hard time choosing a band that would be just right for our big day! After meeting with David I knew that David Rothstein Music was the right band for our wedding day at the Drake! He individualized the music and ambiance that we wanted and was very personable to to exactly what we imagined!

The music was great the day of, from the saxophone and piano at the cocktail hour to the 12 piece orchestra during the reception! The dance floor was packed all night! Still to this day guests from our wedding are raving about what an awesome party it was and how they have never been to a wedding before where the band was rocking all night and had so many people dancing! Towards the end of the wedding David also presented my husband and I with a gift that represented some of the things we love to do! It was a very nice touch and a great way to end an amazing evening!”

11/11/11

Shannon and Eric Hoogveld

Fabulous Wedding Band!!

“Hiring a band for your wedding over a DJ is worth the cost. David and his band played at our wedding on 9-10-11 at the Intercontinental, the dance floor was packed all night. Everyone raved about Frank Sinatra. Everything was extremely personable and we loved the fact that the entire band got involved with all the guests. We had people calling us the next day raving about the band, it sets the mood for the entire night. People of all ages hit the dance floor all night and didn’t want to stop. David and his band are very accomodating and easy to work with, I would highly recommend this band to anyone, it’ll make your wedding a night you’ll never forget!!!”

11/10/11

Kathleen and Peter Burns!

That BAND! was SO Good!

“Wow!! The biggest compliment we’ve gotten from our wedding was ‘Oh my gosh, that BAND was SO Good!’ That pretty much sums up the night. From the second we walked in, to our good friend singing our first dance, to my husband and I performing together on the stage…it was the ultimate celebration. The night wouldn’t have been the same without your band and we definitely would’nt have had that many people on the dance floor with a plain old DJ! Thank you for traveling to Green Bay and making our wedding the best day ever. We will never forget it. In fact, I’ve already asked my parents if I could have a wedding every year…that definitely didn’t go over so well but we definitely hope to see you perform in the near future! Thanks for everything.”

10/24/11

Kelly and David Haddad Green Bay, Wis

Fantastic Band!!

“I would highly recommend David Rothstein and his band for anyone out there who is looking for a classy, energetic, and fun band for their wedding or party. David was so helpful to us as we planned our wedding and was quick to respond with any answers to our questions. The day of the wedding went so smoothly and David did a great job handling the mic and being very professional and to the point. The music was great and all the band members did a great job of keeping people on the dance floor!”

10/09/11

Regan and Mike Lynch

Amazing, Talented and Personable!

“Thanks you for helping us make the reception a jump shaking good time! Everyone thought you were amazing, taleted and personalble. We couldn’t be more happy!!”

07/27/2015

Stacy and George Viamontes

Very Personable and Interactive!!

“David, THANK YOU VERY MUCH for helping to make my daughter Rachel’s wedding day special. I so appreciate the kind gesture in allowing my son Adam to sing a song for Rachel and Aaron :) It meant a great deal to Adam to be able to do that; as it was also a small tribute to my father who is deceased, and could not be there. He loved Frank Sinatra, and was instrumental in helping to foster Adam’s appreciation/love for certain musical artists. :)

Your band was great! Also, I have never been to a wedding where the MC was so very personable and interactive with the guests. It is very evident that you truly enjoy what you do, and are quite the ‘people person’. You were fun!

Thank you again, and I wish you continued success in your business.”

Maria Gasiewicz (Mother of the Bride)

10/01/11

Maria Gasiewicz

LOVED OUR BAND!!

“OK…… So I know hiring a band for a wedding or event is expensive and some of you are wondering if it is worth it. Well I can tell you if you hire this band IT IS!!!!!! David and his band played at our wedding July 30th and they were superb! My Dad and I decided we were going to sing a duet together instead of doing a father daughter dance and David was so accommodating. They learned the song and played it perfectly when my Dad and I sang. It was the hit of the party!

David was always super quick to answer any questions or concerns I had and was very kind. The dance floor was packed all night and we loved the fact that the entire band got involved with all the guests. My uncle is in a band himself and he went on & on about how great my band was and that he was very impressed. So many of my guests keep telling me that my wedding was truly the best they have attended and believe me David has everything to do with this SMILE! :)

08/28/2016

Kelsey and Kevin Foran

4 Generations on the Dance Floor!

“Hi David! Thank you so much for a wonderful night! Your band is phenomenal and so energetic! We have had nothing but compliments on the whole event and everyone mentions the band as unbelievable. One guest commented “…if you had told me that I would see 4 generations on the dance floor, at the same time, dancing to the same music, I would have thought you were nuts! But it happened!” You were a pleasure to work with and Jackie, Jenna, Pete and I thank you for playing such a special role in Jenna and Pete’s special day!” Joe and Jackie Dormagen (Parents of the Bride)

10/23/11

Stacy and George Viamontes

HIRE THIS BAND!!

“Stop searching. Stop pricing other bands. Stop riding the fence. You know you want a band at your wedding, and this is band to have! David and his band played our wedding on 8/13/11 in Schiller Park and brought the house down!! EVERYONE had an amazing time. EVERYONE was on the dance floor. EVERYONE was raving about the band. Several people went so far as to tell us it was the BEST wedding they had ever been to. Not only did they play the kind of music we wanted to hear, they learned a few traditional Irish songs that we wanted our families to dance to. David even added a few personal touches for us that made the night even more memorable. We made the right decision when we went with DRM, and you should too. Your search is over…HIRE THIS BAND!!”

09/21/11

Mike and Shelia McGloon

Best Band Ever!

“I am soooo happy that I had David Rothstein and his band as my wedding band. They promised they would get everyone on the dance floor, and they definitely delivered. They were able to personalize our wedding for us, by playing everything that we asked, ranging from Klezmer music, to oldies, to modern music. They even had a few amazing surprises for us-including a gift of two aprons that they asked our guests to sign for us. I wasn’t the only one impressed by the band– all of our guests were raving about the band, and saying what an amazing job they did. I highly recommend this band for any celebration!!”

09/13/11

Marni and Ted

PROFESSIONALS WHO ROCK

“Throughout our search for a wedding band we found that the really professional bands weren’t willing to have fun and the bands that were more than willing to have fun weren’t that professional.

This changed when we met David and his band.

The music was outstanding and the energy level kept everyone on the dance floor until the final second of the final minute of the party.

They covered the spectrum from Sinatra to Warren Zevon and did it without missing a beat.

And make no mistake: an evening without a strong band leader is an evening that is bound to go off the rails at some point. But, with David behind the mic you can rest easy that things will happen on time and with class.

Go check out the other bands. You’re going to end up calling David and booking him, but at least you can tell your fiance you did your homework.”

09/12/11

Anna and Joe Burdi

Your Band ROCKED!

“David, Thanks so much for being a HUGE part of Kelly & David’s wedding on Saturday. Your Band ROCKED!! At times it felt like we were at a concert! EVERYONE was dancing. It was absolutely amazing. We’ve already volunteered to pay for the band when our son gets married someday- Just so we can make sure it’s the David Rothstein Band! We’ll be bragging about you for years to come. Hope to see you in Green Bay again soon! Sincerely with thanks,”

Leanna & Mike Haddad (Parents of the Bride)

09/09/11

Leanna and Mike Haddad

Highly Recommended!!

“After reading several reviews on the David Rothstein Band and viewing the videos on his website, we just had to see them in person. We knew instantly upon seeing them at a wedding that we wanted them for our big day. From day one, David was so helpful and accommodating. He made everything easy, which is so nice when you have to deal with all of the things that go into planning a wedding.

One thing we really loved about working with David was all of the personal touches he put into our wedding day. He really got to know us and he was able to incorporate our special stories and hobbies into our wedding day. Our wedding reception was absolutely fantastic! Cocktail hour and dinner was enhanced by the wonderful jazz trio and the band began to rock upon finishing dinner! From there on, it was an instant party!

Everyone was on the dance floor! The young, the old and the in between all enjoyed the amazing energy of the band! Everyone just danced the night away! In days and weeks following the wedding, family and friends absolutely raved about the David Rothstein Band and everyone kept telling us that it was the best wedding they have ever been to because of the band. We HIGHLY recommend the David Rothstein Band! It was worth every penny! You will not be disappointed!”

07/11/11

Ryan and Angela Kenney

Best Wedding Band!!!

“David and his band were absolutely wonderful! From the first time we met with him, David made everything so easy and enjoyable. He takes care of everything and takes the stress off of you! Our wedding reception was at Germania Place in Chicago (also a wonderful venue!). We had friends and family from all over the U.S. with many of them from Chicago, New York, and New Orleans and ALL of them love to dance and have fun.

David and his band made that possible! The music was fantastic, constant, and so very entertaining throughout the entire night! I am SO happy that we chose them for our band. It was one of the best and easiest decisions throughout the wedding planning process! Thanks David! :) ”

Love, Marlee and John

07/06/11

John and Marlee Griek

THE BEST PERIOD!!

“Simply put they are THE BEST. No matter where you are planning to have your wedding nothing compares to these guys (& girls)! From our initial meeting with David months before our big day he was nothing but professional. Everyone from the lead singers to the sound guys are professionals who are passionate about their jobs and those they work with. No other band has ever had so many people on the dance floor from the first note to the final verse.

The greatest compliment that I could have received for David was when some of our engaged friends regretted not hiring him in the first place and wishing they could change there current music vendor. David Rothstein and his orchestra made our wedding one that nobody will ever forget. Our day was made even better with a wonderful gift that he gave us and we truly knew it was from the heart (GO Blackhawks)! Thank you David for everything. You have life long customers for all of our future events and referrals coming from us. YOU ROCK! All other bands take notes, this guy is the real deal!!!!”

09/05/11

Scott and Amanda Unter

Really Delivered on His Promise!

“What you read in the DRB reviews is true! David Rothstein really delivered on his promise: we had the best wedding ever! Our dance floor was packed the entire time the band was playing, and our guests had a wonderfully memorable evening. The best part of the night was when the lead singer and the horns came down from the stage and danced with our friends and family. It was a special and unique touch.

From the very first phone call with David, you feel as if he guarantees all will have a good time, and he does not disappoint. I’ll always be grateful to him for including my 82 year grandmother in such a special way. During our first meeting and through our “get to know you” questionnaire, David picked up on the importance of the relationship my husband I share with my grandma, and he made sure to not only recognize our relationship during the wedding, but he also gave her a gift that she will always treasure.”

07/02/11

Sarah and Matt Kandl

Music was #1 Priority!

“David and his team were wonderful from day one. They were reliable, responsive, and willing to assist in any manner. Our wedding was in Milwaukee, WI and the band had to travel. They were on time and ready to go with a lot of energy! We continue to receive compliments from our guests about the band and how much fun they had. Once the guests were invited to the dance floor, it stayed packed all evening.

The music was phenomenal, the sound quality was fantastic, and we were thoroughly happy with our decision of booking DRM.

David has many resources online that help with the picking of songs for the ceremony and reception, it was great to have it all in one place and to not have to scour the internet for information.”

06/29/11

Carmen and Morrad

Will Refer You Forever!

“Thank you so much for being such a big part of our wedding night! Everyone, espcially the bride and groom loved your band and the music played. You run a great show! Thank you also for the amazing wine and food travel book. We enjoyed reading it together! The aprons will now be worn, as we are back from our honeymoon and are ready to cook. Without a doubt we will forever refer you to other engaged couples. Good luck to you and the band!”

Gretchen & James Athas

08/19/11

Gretchen and James

Amazing Energy!!

“Working with David Rothstein Music was amazing – As David aforementioned, the guests will always remember the band at a wedding reception – this was the certainly the case with our wedding on June 11th. The energy and excitement was so high that guests whom are known for not dancing were even on the dance floor!

Also – my wife and I were extremely pleased how the Band learned a number of songs we wanted them to play to make our wedding even more unique and special for us. The band even played a song a good friend requested on the Fly!

Working with David prior to the wedding was nothing but a joy! He was always willing to listen, and very prompt with getting back to us – I am a little ‘old school’ when it comes to meetings – wanting to sit down face to face- and David took a lot of time out of his busy schedule whenever we requested.

Lastly, I will just comment on how smoothly everything went at the wedding and how professional the band was. We had them travel out of state and it was such a relief that we did not have to worry about making sure everything went to plan as far as travel arrangements. David ensured a stress free wedding day and that is exactly what we got.

If you are fortunate enough to be able to book this band – do not think twice!”

06/25/11

Matt and Beth Stredney

Best Decision Ever – AMAZING!!!!!

“My fiance and I knew that one of our biggest priorities for our wedding was getting the best possible band – a great band makes for a fantastic and fund wedding. We did research into Chicago area bands and David was by far the most helpful and responsive from the start. Our timing was great because soon after we spoke with him we were able to see the band play live at a wedding event – they were awesome and David was so great! After we hired them, David continued to be super helpful and supportive throughout the planning process (unlike some vendors who disappear after they get your deposit!) David’s process for getting to know you, whats important to you for your wedding and what kind of music you want is impeccable.

So after a great experience leading up to the wedding, our expectations were HIGH – very high! And DRM exceeded them tenfold (which I did not think was possible). First, David does an excellent job emceeing the night – especially in the beginning a lot is going on – announcements, first dance, toasts, etc. But the best part was that our dance floor was packed the entire night – young and old! A lot of people’s favorite moment was when the trumpet section came on to the dance floor with everyone! Everyone had a blast and a million people told me that they’ve never had so much fun at a wedding or that it was the best wedding they’ve ever been to.

And I know these people and they were not just being nice. I attribute 95% of this to David and his band. They are not cheap, but worth every penny – you get what you pay for!!! If I had to do it again all over on a budget, I would hire David, and skimp on everything else. Nothing else is as important as the atmosphere, energy and the fun at your wedding. Thanks David!!!!”

06/15/11

Ellen and Bryan Fleisch

The Best Band EVER!!!!!!!!

“David Rothstein Band made our wedding! They brought so much energy and class to our reception. David is a TRUE PROFESSIONAL. From the moment he took my call and gave me personal attention to the end of the event, it was seamless. David is truly passionate about his business and it shows. He makes you feel as if you are just as important as the very first wedding he performed for. The band was very flexible and so easy to work with for any changes.

Thank you David Rothstein Music!!! You made our wedding SENSATIONAL!!!”

08/05/11

Lisa and Akram

Had the Dance Floor Packed!

“DRM kept the dance floor jam packed all night with hit after hit. Each age group was out there from the first note until the last. Each song flowed into the next which kept the energy high all night. We loved seeing David himself out there on the dance floor!

Everyone knows that the band plays a CRITICAL part in any memorable wedding reception. David Rothstein was an absolute home run!”

06/06/11

Emily and Darren Blasko

Best Wedding Band In Chicago!

“David Rothstein is by far the best wedding band in Chicago. David is great to work with and really goes above and beyond to make your wedding the best night ever. He gets to know the bride and groom and adds personal touches to the evening. Months after the wedding we are still receiving compliments about how fantastic the band was and comments like “we never dance at weddings but this band just made us get up and go!”

I would recommend David Rothstein for your wedding reception and ceremony – you will not be disappointed!”

05/14/11

Melissa and Todd Halperin

Everyone Raved About The Band!!

“David was easy to deal with throughout the quoting process and once we contracted David Rothstein Music to perform at our wedding, all deliverables were met on-time. David followed up early and often and this made me feel very comfortable. David even agreed to do a special request song that was not on the list!

We opted to go with the Dinner and Dancing package and I would highly recommend this. The 3 piece orchestra during cocktail hour was amazing and once the doors to the reception hall were opened it was awesome to see a 10 piece band!

David kept the wedding moving and everyone had a great time! Everyone raved about the band and said that this was the best wedding they have ever been to!

We could have had our reception in a corn field and if David Rothstein Music was performing at the reception it would have been awesome.

Feel confident in choosing David Rothstein Music for your event!”

01/24/11

TJ Vinz

Couldn’t Have Been Happier!

“My husband and I had the privilege of hiring David and his merry band for our wedding, in May. The band was amazing.

Music was one of the areas where my husband and I spent a lot of time ‘discussing’ our options; circling around the topic of DJ vs. Band vs. combo vs. BUDGET.

Here are a few of the reasons that we initial decided on Dave Rothstein Music:

His rave reviews – which seemed too good to be true… but I can say, I now understand where everyone was coming from!

His professionalism – During our first meeting, which he graciously accommodated early on a Sunday morning, to fit our schedules, he was prepared with examples, paperwork, and videos to guide us through the available options and help us create a viable and fitting musical program to match our wedding style. (To my husband’s delight, Dave quickly ushered us from one Mac product to another displaying videos on a large mac desktop and then demonstrating his unique set-list approach on the iPad – this alone was enough to win over my husband!)

We did have a few concerns prior to/while booking:

The costs – I have to admit, I did experience a moment of sticker shock. It really was a commitment to spend what we did on music, and we didn’t make the decision lightly. After receiving David’s quote, we had to sit down and figure out what was really important to us on our wedding day. Through our mental review of weddings past (both great and, unfortunately, some really bad) we realized that music was the determining factor in most cases; thus, convincing us to commit.

Will a band really appeal to all our guests? Will people dance? – My biggest fear was that no one would dance; we would spend all of this money on a fancy band and people would be wishing they could plug in their iPods and put on dance hits. David quelled this fear a little by showing us videos of prior weddings and the packed dance floors. I was still hesitant (and preloaded my ipod – just incase… needless to say, it was not needed!)

Overall review – I couldn’t have been happier with how everything turned out! I will recommend Dave Rothstein Music to all of my friends and family!”

08/04/11

Melissa and Andrew Osvalds

Rave Reviews About The Music!

“Early in the planning stages of my son Jason’s Wedding, he called to tell me to check out drsmusic.com. Jason and his fiancee had just met with David Rothstein, and my son was impressed because he said David was very professional, knowledgeable, helpful and personable. They not only liked David immediately, but David Rothstein Music, Inc. has an extensive list for song choices. Jason continued to be impressed with succeeding meetings and phone calls he had with David. Jason and Lindsey chose to have David Rothstein Music, Inc. not only for music during their dinner and reception but also for their music at the church ceremony. They truly made good decisions, as there were rave reviews about the music in church and also at their reception.

Their guests especially enjoyed the music that the enthusiastic 10-piece orchestra played, and no one had to encourage them to get out on the dance floor. David does his homework well to get to know what the bridal couple likes in the way of music, and ensures that things go smoothly throughout — from introductions of the bridal party and parents, to any speeches that might take place, David just does a totally professional, superb job.

The band even went the extra mile to learn a Jason Mraz song that Jason and Lindsey chose for their special dance. The only sad part was that their four-hour reception went much too quickly. This Mom wasn’t ready for the celebration or the wonderful music to end!”

01/16/11

Nancy Kilsdonk (Mother of the Groom)

Personable and Versatile!

“Finding a great band was one of our first priorities. We interviewed 2 different bands in person, and talked to several on the phone and decided to go with David Rothstein. He is very personable and listened to what we wanted at the reception.

We had a bilingual Spanish/English crowd and music in both languages was vital. Rothstein and his music director were able to compose two songs for our first dance and meld them together, starting with Spanish and transitioning into English. The lyrics in Spanish were not quite right for the song I picked, but they are not a Spanish speaking band, so the did a great job putting it together.

We gave them Spanish songs to play during their break and they took care of making sure the music was always flowing, both live and during the break. The dancing didn’t stop and everyone had fun. Rothstein was available to talk and take feeback during the planning if we had questions or concerns. Bands do not come cheap, but we knew this was the price to pay to make it come together.”

08/03/11

Pat and Claudia Diaz-Polhemus

Fantastic Wedding Band!

“My father-in-law found David Rothstein on-line and flew them out to our wedding in Beaver Creek, CO sight unseen. They could not have done a better job! David took time to get to know my wife and I via email and phone conversations so that they knew what kind of music we liked and wanted the band to play. They did a great job of emceeing the night and even added a special Colorado mountain touch by bringing a ski helmet to the reception for all of our guest to sign (my wife and I are big skiers). The band also had no problem learning the relatively obscure songs we picked for our first dance, the father-daughter dance, and the mother son dance.

We have had multiple guests tell us after the wedding that it was the best wedding band they had ever heard. We had two dance floors and roughly 150 guests. I would say that both dance floors were completely full 90% of the time and the majority of our friends danced the entire time the band played.

My wife and I could not recommend David Rothstein Music highly enough!”

Vanessa’s father reviewed 17 bands for his daughter’s wedding in Colorado and chose us.

They flew out the entire orchestra for the wedding, rented all the sound equipment, provided hotels, ground transportation and meals.

07/27/11

David and Vanessa Ramich

Most Amazing Band Ever!!

“Our daughter, Marlee (Seiler), married John Griek on June 18, 2011. David Rothstein Music, Inc. played for over 6 hours on that special day, starting with cocktail hour and going past midnight. As the father and mother of the bride, my wife and I could not have been happier with David, his wonderful band, and everything that they did to make that day so extraordinary. David took complete control of everything from the minute we started working with him. He is kind, professional, enthusiastic, and follows through with everything.

We had numerous guests tell us that David and his band were the best they had ever heard.

People danced all night long until we were practically kicked out because of the time! The dance floor was always packed, as David promised. We thoroughly enjoyed every minute of that day, and having David Rothstein Music, Inc. play for our daughter and her now husband’s wedding reception was one of the best decisions we made. Thank you to David and his magnificent band for such an outstanding celebration!”

07/27/11

Warren Seiler Jr

LIVED UP TO HIS PROMISE!

“David promised us and our guests that this would be the best wedding they’ve ever been to, and he lived up to that promise. Before our July 2, 2011 wedding, he worked with us to be sure that the evening would reflect us and our vision. We had a large wedding, so David suggested doing “Dancing Between Courses.” I had never seen this done before and was amazed when the dance floor was full from the minute the first song was announced until the end of the last one.

David kept the night full of surprises, like coordinating with my husband ahead of time and arranging for him to play a special song he wrote for me on the piano and getting our guests up to do a funny line dance with all types of crazy steps and movements…it was hilarious for us to watch and got just about everyone out of their seats. David kept things moving well all throughout the evening, and so many people commented on how fabulous the music was.

We wanted our wedding to be one that would be remembered, and with the entertainment provided by David Rothstein Music, we know that will be the case.”